Disp fx of lateral condyle of unsp femur, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the outer bony prominence at the lower end of the femur, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific injury is to an unspecified femur (left or right) and is being treated for the first time, with the skin remaining intact over the fracture site.

Apply this code for initial encounters involving a closed fracture of the lateral femoral condyle where imaging confirms displacement of the bone fragments. This is appropriate for patients presenting with acute trauma to the knee region resulting in this specific type of femoral fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "closed" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.
• Do not use if the fracture is open, nondisplaced, or if this is a subsequent encounter for care.