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

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (epiphysis) at the upper end of the left femur that has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and the severity is classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the left proximal femoral epiphysis that is also an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This would typically be seen in traumatic injuries where the bone has broken through the skin.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "left femur" for accurate laterality and displacement.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture type is explicitly stated by the physician.
• Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for treatment of the fracture, not a subsequent visit for follow-up care.