Nondisp fx of greater trochanter of r femr, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the prominent bony projection on the upper part of the right thigh bone (femur), specifically the greater trochanter, that has not shifted from its original position. The patient is in a later stage of recovery, and the fracture is healing slower than expected, but the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced greater trochanteric fracture of the right femur is being monitored for delayed healing. This would apply to situations where the fracture is not progressing as anticipated, but no surgical intervention for nonunion or malunion has yet occurred.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and specifies the "right" femur.
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent" care and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (no open wound communicating with the fracture site).