Nondisp midcervical fx unsp femr, 7thQ

This code signifies a previously sustained fracture in the middle portion of the femur's neck that has not shifted out of alignment. The fracture was initially an open fracture of Gustilo type I or II, and during this subsequent encounter, it is noted to have healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a non-displaced midcervical femur fracture that was initially open (Type I or II) and is now complicated by malunion. This is appropriate for encounters where the malunion is being assessed or managed after the initial healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture, Gustilo Type I or II, as this is integral to the code's specificity.
• Confirm the fracture location is "midcervical" and "nondisplaced" to accurately assign this code.