Nondisp fx of less trochanter of unsp femr, 7thF

This code signifies a fracture of the lesser trochanter of the femur that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. It specifically applies to a subsequent encounter for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is currently healing routinely without complications.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a severe open fracture of the lesser trochanter, and the fracture is now in the routine healing phase. This applies to encounters where the focus is on monitoring the healing process and providing ongoing care for the established fracture.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "lesser trochanter" of the femur.
• Verify that the encounter is "subsequent" and the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC."
• Confirm that the healing is described as "routine" to differentiate from delayed or nonunion healing.