Disp fx of less trochanter of unsp femr, 7thE

This code signifies a fracture of the lesser trochanter of the femur that is no longer in its anatomical position. It specifically applies when the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care, experiencing routine healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced open lesser trochanter fracture is being monitored for routine healing. This includes visits for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy assessments during the expected recovery period for this type of injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and an "open fracture type I or II" for the initial injury.
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and "routine healing" to differentiate from initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.
• Laterality (left/right) is unspecified in this code; if known, a more specific code should be sought.