Displ unsp condyle fx low end unsp femr, 7thD

This code describes a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture of the lower end of the femur, specifically involving an unspecified condyle, which was displaced. The fracture is currently healing routinely and is being managed non-surgically (closed fracture).

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced unspecified condylar fracture of the distal femur is undergoing routine follow-up care. This applies when the fracture is healing as expected without complications and no surgical intervention has occurred during the current episode of care.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify that the fracture location is the lower end of the femur and involves a condyle, even if unspecified.
• Do not use this code if the fracture is open, healing with a complication, or if the encounter is for initial treatment.