Disp fx of lateral condyle of l femr, 7thP

This code signifies a left femur fracture affecting the lateral condyle, which has healed improperly (malunion) and remains displaced. This diagnosis is made during a follow-up visit after the initial treatment of the closed fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously treated, but now malunited and still displaced, closed fracture of the lateral condyle of the left femur. This would include scenarios where the patient is experiencing pain, functional limitations, or requires further intervention due to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "lateral condyle" to support this precise code.
• Verify that the encounter is "subsequent" and that the fracture was initially "closed."
• Confirm the presence of "malunion" and "displacement" in the physician's notes.