Nondisp commnt fx shaft of r femr, 7thG

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the shaft of the right femur that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing management of a right femoral shaft fracture where the bone fragments remain aligned but the healing process is prolonged. It would be used for patients presenting for follow-up appointments, cast changes, or imaging to assess healing progress when delayed union is identified.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced," "comminuted," and "shaft of right femur."
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm that the physician explicitly documents "delayed healing" for the closed fracture.