Nondisp fx of base of nk of unsp femr, 7thR

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient who sustained a nondisplaced fracture at the base of the femoral neck, specifically an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The key clinical finding for this specific code is the presence of malunion, meaning the fracture has healed in an unsatisfactory position.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously treated open femoral neck fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that has healed with malunion. This could include visits for pain management, functional assessment, or planning for corrective surgery related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "base of neck" for the fracture location.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the presence of "malunion" as the reason for the subsequent encounter.