Disp fx of low epiphy (separation) of r femr, 7thF

Displaced fracture of lower epiphysis (separation) of right femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the growth plate (epiphysis) at the lower end of the right thigh bone. It indicates that the fracture is an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, meaning there is a significant break in the skin and soft tissue communicating with the fracture site, and the patient is in the routine healing phase of treatment.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed open, displaced lower right femoral epiphyseal fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is progressing as expected. This applies when the initial treatment has been rendered and the focus is on monitoring healing and rehabilitation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "lower epiphysis" of the right femur.
Confirm the fracture was initially classified as an open Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Verify the encounter is for subsequent care during the routine healing phase, not initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.441Disp fx of lower epiphysis (separation) of right femur

S72.441F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init