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

Displaced fracture of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the upper growth plate (epiphysis) of the right femur that is currently undergoing treatment for delayed healing. The fracture is not open to the external environment.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose initial right upper femoral epiphyseal fracture, which was displaced and closed, is not healing at the expected rate. This includes scenarios where additional interventions or monitoring are required due to the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
Verify the fracture is specifically of the upper epiphysis of the right femur.
This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.021Disp fx of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of right femur

S72.021G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init