Displ artic fx head of l femr, subs for clos fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the top portion of the left thigh bone, specifically involving the joint surface, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This particular encounter is for follow-up care of the fracture, which is being managed non-surgically or has been surgically stabilized and is now healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments after an initial diagnosis and treatment of a displaced articular fracture of the left femoral head. This includes scenarios where the fracture is healing well and the patient is undergoing physical therapy or follow-up imaging to monitor progress. It is appropriate for subsequent visits where no complications or delayed healing are noted.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "articular" involvement.
• Confirm the encounter is for routine healing of a closed fracture.
• Do not use for initial treatment, open fractures, or encounters for malunion/nonunion.