Nondisp intertroch fx r femur, subs for clos fx w nonunion

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture located between the greater and lesser trochanters of the right femur that has failed to heal properly. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture has not yet united, meaning the bone fragments have not fused together. This indicates ongoing management for a complicated healing process.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced right intertrochanteric fracture is being treated for nonunion. This includes follow-up visits, imaging studies, or procedures related to the persistent nonunion of the fracture. It should be used when the fracture is still considered closed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the right femur and intertrochanteric location.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is documented as "closed" to differentiate from open fractures.