Nondisp artic fx head of l femr, 7thN

This code describes a situation where a patient has a non-displaced fracture of the head of their left femur, specifically involving the joint surface. This particular encounter is for the ongoing management of an open fracture, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, which has unfortunately failed to heal properly (nonunion).

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed non-displaced articular fracture of the left femoral head is being treated for a nonunion of an open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This applies when the physician is actively managing the nonunion, such as during surgical planning for revision, wound care related to the open nature, or monitoring healing progress.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly stated as "nondisplaced" and "articular" of the femoral head.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter for the acute fracture would use a different code.