Disp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of unsp femr, 7thF

Displaced fracture of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the upper growth plate of an unspecified femur, meaning the broken bone fragments are not in their normal alignment. This specific code is used during a follow-up visit for an open fracture that initially broke through the skin with significant soft tissue damage (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), and the bone is now healing as expected.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed open epiphyseal fracture of the upper femur. This applies when the fracture was initially classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is progressing routinely without complications.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "epiphysis (upper)" for the femur.
Verify the original injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and healing is "routine."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.023Disp fx of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of unsp femur

S72.023F(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