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

This code describes a specific type of healing complication following a displaced fracture of the growth plate at the lower end of the right femur. Specifically, it indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and has subsequently healed with malunion, meaning the bone fragments have united in an abnormal position. This is a subsequent encounter code, used after the initial treatment phase.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who sustained an open, displaced lower femoral epiphyseal fracture on the right side and is now presenting with evidence of malunion. This applies to situations where the malunion is being addressed or monitored, and the patient is beyond the initial active treatment phase of the fracture.

• Ensure the medical record clearly documents malunion as a complication of a previously open, displaced lower right femoral epiphyseal fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care, not initial treatment or active healing.
• Confirm laterality (right femur) and the specific fracture type (lower epiphysis) are accurately documented.