Nondisp seg fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thE

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a patient with a non-displaced fracture in the shaft of an unspecified femur. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and is currently healing routinely. It indicates ongoing care for a healing open femoral shaft fracture without complications.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving routine follow-up care for a healing open Type I or II segmental fracture of the femoral shaft. This applies when the fracture is nondisplaced and healing as expected, without any signs of delayed union, nonunion, or malunion. It is appropriate for visits like cast changes, wound checks, or general follow-up during the healing phase.

• Ensure the documentation specifies an open fracture (Type I or II) and routine healing for a subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is segmental and located in the shaft of the femur, and that it is nondisplaced.
• Do not use this code if the fracture is complicated by delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion, as separate codes exist for those scenarios.