Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l femr, 7thJ

This code describes a left femur fracture that runs obliquely across the bone's shaft, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. This specific encounter is for ongoing management of an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as severe (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced oblique fracture of the left femoral shaft, specifically when the initial injury was an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the physician notes delayed healing. This applies to subsequent visits after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, wound care, or monitoring for union.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "oblique" for the fracture type.
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and that delayed healing is explicitly stated.
• This "J" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for delayed healing; do not use for initial treatment or routine healing.