Nondisp fx of greater trochanter of l femr, 7thH

This code describes a left femoral greater trochanter fracture that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates that this is a follow-up encounter for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type I or II, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated open Type I or II greater trochanter fracture of the left femur, where the fracture has not yet fully healed and is experiencing delayed union. This applies to encounters after the initial treatment, such as follow-up clinic visits, physical therapy sessions, or wound care appointments, as long as delayed healing is documented.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "greater trochanter" to differentiate from other femoral fracture sites.
• Verify that the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted by the physician.
• The "H" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.