Displ midcervical fx l femr, 7thJ

This code signifies a fracture in the middle portion of the left femur's neck that has been displaced from its normal anatomical position. It specifically indicates an open fracture, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, which is currently experiencing delayed healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced midcervical fracture of the left femur, initially an open Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, is presenting for ongoing management due to the fracture not healing within the expected timeframe. It should be used when the patient is still receiving active treatment for the delayed union.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this specific fracture type and location.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) was previously documented and is consistent with the current encounter.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different code.