Displ apophyseal fx l femr, 7thR

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the growth plate (apophysis) in the left femur that has not healed correctly (malunion). It specifically applies to an open fracture, meaning the bone broke through the skin, classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage. This code is used during a follow-up visit after initial treatment.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated open apophyseal fracture of the left femur that has resulted in malunion. This would typically be documented when the physician is assessing the non-optimal healing of the fracture and planning further intervention or monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and that the fracture was initially an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC."
• Verify the laterality is "left femur" and the fracture is "apophyseal."
• This code is for a "subsequent encounter," meaning it's not for the initial treatment of the fracture.