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

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (epiphysis) at the top part of the left thigh bone, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissues surrounding the fracture were significantly damaged, consistent with a severe open fracture.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a displaced Salter-Harris type I or II fracture of the proximal left femur that has broken through the skin. It is used when the open fracture is classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, signifying extensive soft tissue injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "left femur" for accurate coding.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is explicitly documented by the physician.
• This "C" encounter code is only for the initial treatment of an open fracture; subsequent care will require different encounter codes.