Displ spiral fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture occurring in the main body (shaft) of the femur, where the bone fragments have rotated or twisted apart (spiral fracture) and are not properly aligned (displaced). The patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the fracture is healing slower than expected, but the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed closed, displaced spiral fracture of the femoral shaft that is exhibiting delayed union. This is appropriate for subsequent visits where the focus is on monitoring healing progress and managing the delayed healing, as long as the fracture has not been surgically opened.

• Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture location is the shaft of the femur and the morphology is spiral and displaced.