Displ midcervical fx unsp femr, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture located in the middle portion of the neck of the femur, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. The injury is a closed fracture, meaning the skin remains intact, and the bone is not exposed. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, which is now exhibiting delayed healing.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed midcervical femur fracture that was initially closed and is now showing signs of delayed union. This would include scenarios where the patient is undergoing repeat imaging, physical therapy, or other interventions aimed at promoting healing after the initial treatment. Do not use for the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture location is precisely "midcervical" and not subcapital or basicervical.
• Confirm the fracture was initially closed; open fractures would require a different code.