Unsp fracture of head of unsp femur, init for clos fx

This code describes a fracture of the femoral head where the specific type of fracture (e.g., subcapital, transcervical) is not documented. It indicates that the skin over the fracture site is intact, and this is the initial treatment for the injury.

Use this code when the medical record clearly states a fracture of the femoral head but lacks further specificity regarding the fracture type. It is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of a closed fracture, such as in an emergency department setting or the first visit to an orthopedic surgeon.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "unspecified" or lacks detail regarding the specific femoral head fracture type.
• Verify the fracture is closed and this is the initial encounter for treatment.
• Avoid using this code if more specific documentation (e.g., subcapital fracture) is available; instead, query the provider for clarification.