Displaced fracture of base of neck of left femur, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture at the base of the neck of the left femur, which was initially displaced. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly related to the original injury, even after the acute phase of healing has passed.

This code is appropriate when documenting conditions such as malunion, nonunion, chronic pain, or functional limitations that are a direct consequence of a past displaced left femoral neck fracture. It should be used for follow-up encounters where the sequelae are being treated or evaluated, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always assign an additional code to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., nonunion, malunion, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced fracture of the left femoral neck.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should only be used for complications or late effects of the original injury.