Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l femr, 7thR

This code describes a previously sustained, non-displaced fracture of the outer bony prominence of the left thigh bone, specifically when the fracture has healed improperly (malunion). This particular encounter is for an open fracture that was initially classified as severe (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a malunited, non-displaced lateral condyle fracture of the left femur. This applies when the original injury was an open fracture of a severe type. It indicates ongoing management of the malunion rather than initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the original fracture was non-displaced and involved the lateral condyle of the left femur.
• Confirm the initial open fracture type was IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, as this impacts code selection.