Unsp intracap fx unsp femur, subs for clos fx w nonunion

This code signifies a fracture within the hip joint capsule of an unknown part of the femur, which has failed to heal properly. The patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment of this unhealed fracture, which is currently closed (skin intact).

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified intracapsular femoral fracture is seen for ongoing management of a nonunion. This includes scenarios where the patient is undergoing conservative treatment, planning for revision surgery, or being monitored for healing progress after initial treatment failed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and that the fracture is "closed" for this specific encounter.
• This code requires a 7th character for subsequent encounters; "K" indicates subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion.
• If the specific location of the intracapsular fracture (e.g., head, neck) is known, a more specific code should be used.