Nondisp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of r femr, 7thK

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture of the upper growth plate (epiphysis) of the right femur that is not healing properly (nonunion). It indicates that the patient is presenting for follow-up care for this specific fracture, which was initially treated as a closed injury.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed closed, non-displaced right femoral epiphyseal fracture is experiencing nonunion. This applies when the fracture fragments are not aligned, but not completely separated, and the bone is failing to heal after the expected time frame.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right femur" and "epiphysis" for accurate laterality and site.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with nonunion; verify the encounter type.
• Distinguish from malunion (S72.024N) where the bone has healed, but in an incorrect position.