Oth fx head/neck of unsp femr, 7thF

Other fracture of head and neck of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for an open fracture of the femoral head or neck, where the specific location within the head/neck is not documented. The fracture was initially classified as a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed open fracture of the femoral head or neck (unspecified type) is receiving routine follow-up care. This includes situations where the wound is healing well, and there are no signs of infection or delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC for the initial injury.
Confirm the encounter is for routine healing and not for active treatment of complications.
Verify the fracture location is documented as head or neck of the femur, but without further specificity.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.099Other fracture of head and neck of unspecified femur

S72.099F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init