Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l femr, 7thF

Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of left femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a left femur shaft fracture that is oblique in nature and has not shifted out of alignment. The fracture was initially an open fracture of severe complexity (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now healing as expected.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent visits when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced oblique fracture of the shaft of the left femur. This applies specifically when the initial injury was a severe open fracture and the healing process is progressing routinely.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "oblique" for the fracture type.
Verify the initial injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment, and that healing is routine.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.335Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of left femur

S72.335F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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