Disp fx of greater trochanter of unsp femr, 7thC

This code signifies a fracture of the greater trochanter of the femur, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues are severely damaged, exposing the bone, and is classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC due to the extent of the soft tissue injury. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the greater trochanter of an unspecified femur that involves a significant open wound. This applies when the open fracture is documented as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating extensive soft tissue damage and contamination.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and an "open fracture" with a Gustilo-Anderson classification of IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for the fracture; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.
• If the laterality (left or right femur) is specified in the documentation, a more specific code should be chosen.