Disp fx of less trochanter of l femr, 7thJ

This code describes a displaced fracture of the lesser trochanter on the left femur that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now being treated for delayed healing. The fracture fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment, and the original injury involved a break in the skin and soft tissue down to the bone, with ongoing issues in the healing process.

Use this code for a patient presenting for follow-up care of a left lesser trochanteric fracture that was initially open and is now demonstrating delayed union or nonunion. This applies when the fracture is still displaced and the encounter is specifically for managing the delayed healing of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "left femur" for accurate laterality and displacement.
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the current encounter addresses delayed healing.
• Always sequence this code after any acute care codes for the current encounter, if applicable.