Displ transverse fx shaft of l femr, 7thM

This code describes a situation where the patient has a broken left thigh bone, specifically a transverse fracture of the shaft, which is not properly aligned. This particular encounter is for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type I or II, and the bone is failing to heal after a previous treatment attempt.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously treated open transverse fracture of the left femoral shaft (Type I or II) presents with evidence of nonunion. This would apply during ongoing management of the nonunion, such as for evaluation of healing progress, planning for further surgical intervention, or during subsequent treatment sessions.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the fracture type (open Type I or II) and the specific location (transverse shaft of left femur).
• Do not use for initial encounters or for malunion; a distinct code exists for malunion.