Nondisp intertroch fx l femr, 7thJ

This code signifies a left femur fracture located between the greater and lesser trochanters that was initially nondisplaced. The fracture is an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and contamination, and is currently experiencing delayed healing.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur. This specific code is used when the fracture was open (type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and the healing process is taking longer than expected. It is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture was initially nondisplaced and located in the intertrochanteric region of the left femur.
• Confirm the original open fracture type was IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, as this impacts code selection.