Disp fx of less trochanter of r femr, 7thM

This code signifies a fracture of the smaller bony prominence on the upper part of the right thigh bone, which has shifted out of its normal alignment. The patient is in a later phase of treatment for this injury, which was initially an open fracture (skin broken) of either Type I or Type II severity, and the bone fragments are failing to heal together properly.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a right lesser trochanteric fracture that was initially open, and the physician documents nonunion. This is appropriate when the patient is receiving ongoing care, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or surgical intervention for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" as the reason for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the laterality (right femur) and the specific anatomical site (lesser trochanter).
• Confirm the initial fracture was an open fracture, Type I or II, as this impacts the seventh character.