Nondisp commnt fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thK

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the femoral shaft that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for a fracture that has not healed properly (nonunion) and is being treated without surgical intervention to expose the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for documenting ongoing management of a femoral shaft fracture where the bone fragments are shattered but still aligned, and the fracture has failed to unite. It is used when the patient presents for follow-up appointments, cast changes, or other non-surgical treatments for the nonunion.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the femoral shaft fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of a closed fracture that has developed nonunion.
• Confirm that the specific femur (left or right) is not documented; otherwise, a more specific code should be used.