Displ apophyseal fx r femr, 7thF

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (apophysis) of the right femur that is no longer in its anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is currently in the routine healing phase during a follow-up visit.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced apophyseal fracture of the right femur. The initial injury must have been an open fracture classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is progressing without complications. This code is appropriate when the patient is seen for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy during the routine healing period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "apophyseal fracture" of the right femur.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) was previously documented and that healing is routine.
• This "F" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture undergoing routine healing.