Nondisp seg fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture that involves multiple breaks within the shaft of the femur, but the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. The patient is in a later stage of care for this fracture, and the bone has failed to heal properly without surgical intervention.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed non-displaced segmental femoral shaft fracture where imaging and clinical assessment confirm nonunion. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the fracture is being managed conservatively (e.g., cast changes, physical therapy) or in preparation for surgical intervention due to the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "segmental" and "nondisplaced" for the femoral shaft fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and specifically addresses "nonunion" of a closed fracture.
• Laterality (left/right) is unspecified with this code; if known, a more specific code should be used.