Displ intertroch fx l femr, 7thN

This code describes a left femur fracture located between the greater and lesser trochanters that is no longer in its anatomical position. It specifically indicates an open fracture (where the bone breaks through the skin) of a severe nature (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that has failed to heal properly after initial treatment. This represents a complication of the healing process.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management or treatment of a previously diagnosed and treated displaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur. The key indicators are the open nature of the original fracture and the current diagnosis of nonunion. This code is appropriate when the patient is seen for issues related to the nonunion, such as further surgical intervention, bone grafting, or prolonged immobilization.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as "intertrochanteric" and "displaced" on the left side.
• Confirm the original open fracture type was IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC; if not specified, a different code may be required.