Disp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of unsp femur, sqla

This code signifies a healed or chronic condition resulting from a displaced fracture of the upper epiphyseal growth plate of an unspecified femur. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is experiencing ongoing problems or a late effect directly attributable to the original fracture. This could involve issues such as limb length discrepancy, angular deformity, or chronic pain.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (late effect) of a previously sustained, displaced epiphyseal fracture of the proximal femur. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing long-term complications or chronic conditions arising from the original injury, not for the initial acute fracture treatment. The "unspecified" nature means the laterality (left or right) of the femur is not documented.

• Only use this code for the sequela of a fracture, not the active treatment of an acute fracture.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior epiphyseal fracture of the upper femur.
• If the laterality (left or right) of the femur is known, a more specific code should be used.