Displ seg fx shaft of r femr, 7thR

This code signifies a right femur shaft fracture that is broken into multiple segments and has healed improperly (malunion). It specifically applies to an open fracture (skin broken) that was initially classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the patient is now receiving follow-up care for this previously treated injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient's subsequent visit for ongoing management or complications related to a malunited, displaced segmental open fracture of the right femoral shaft. This includes scenarios where the patient is undergoing rehabilitation, further surgical intervention for the malunion, or evaluation of persistent symptoms.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "subsequent encounter" for the fracture.
• Verify the original open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) was documented, as this is a specific inclusion criterion.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; a different code would be appropriate for those situations.