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

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a nondisplaced fracture of the upper growth plate (epiphysis) of the left femur. It specifically indicates a subsequent encounter for an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is now healing routinely.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up visits where a patient is recovering from a previously treated open epiphyseal fracture of the proximal left femur, and the healing process is progressing as expected. This is appropriate after initial treatment and during the period of routine fracture care.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit and not the initial treatment.
Verify the fracture was an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now healing routinely.
Confirm the fracture location is the upper epiphysis of the left femur.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.025Nondisp fx of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of left femur

S72.025F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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