Disp fx of lateral condyle of unsp femr, 7thN

This code signifies a non-healing fracture of the outer bony prominence at the end of an unspecified femur, which was initially an open fracture with significant soft tissue damage (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The fracture fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed displaced open lateral condyle femoral fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that has failed to heal properly (nonunion). This would include ongoing management, assessment of nonunion, or planning for further intervention.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and not an initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "lateral condyle" and "displaced."