Disp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of r femr, 7thC

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (epiphysis) at the upper end of the right thigh bone, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific injury is an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues are also significantly damaged, exposing the bone.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced epiphyseal fracture of the proximal right femur that has an associated open wound classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This code is appropriate for the initial treatment phase of such a severe injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "epiphysis (upper)" of the right femur.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson open fracture classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture. Subsequent care would require a different encounter character.