Disp fx of lateral condyle of l femr, 7thB

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the lateral condyle of the left femur, indicating a break in the outer lower portion of the thigh bone near the knee. The "initial encounter" designation means this code is used for the patient's first visit for this injury. Furthermore, it specifies an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site, but with relatively minimal soft tissue damage.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the left femoral lateral condyle that is an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II. This applies when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair, casting, or external fixation. It is appropriate for the initial hospital stay or outpatient visit where definitive treatment is initiated.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and the "left" side for the femoral condyle fracture.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly documented as an "open fracture" and the Gustilo-Anderson classification is Type I or II.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.