Nondisp spiral fx shaft of l femr, 7thE

This code signifies a left femur shaft fracture that is spiral in nature and has not shifted from its anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture of Type I or II, and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care where routine healing is expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left femoral shaft that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II). This code is appropriate when the patient is progressing well and experiencing routine healing without complications.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral" for the fracture morphology.
• Verify the initial injury was an open fracture, specifically Type I or II, and that this is a subsequent encounter.
• Confirm that the healing process is documented as routine, without mention of delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.