Nondisp unsp condyle fx low end unsp femr, 7thF

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a patient who sustained a fracture of the lower end of the femur, specifically involving an unspecified condyle, which was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now healing routinely. The fracture itself is nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment.

Use this code for subsequent visits when a patient with a previously diagnosed open, nondisplaced unspecified condyle fracture of the distal femur is undergoing routine follow-up care. This applies when the fracture is healing as expected without complications. This code is appropriate for encounters such as cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the healing phase.

• Ensure the "F" seventh character is appropriate for a subsequent encounter with routine healing.
• Verify that the original fracture was indeed an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for encounters involving delayed healing or nonunion.