S72.019A
ICD-10-CMUnspecified intracapsular fracture of unspecified femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
This code signifies a fracture located within the joint capsule of the hip, affecting the upper part of the thigh bone, but the specific type of intracapsular fracture (e.g., femoral neck, head) is not documented. It indicates the initial treatment for a fracture where the skin remains intact over the injury site.
Use this code when the medical record clearly states an intracapsular femoral fracture but lacks further specificity regarding the exact anatomical location within the capsule. It is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of a closed fracture, before any definitive surgical intervention or follow-up care.
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