Nondisp fx of low epiphy (separation) of l femr, 7thE

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a fracture of the growth plate at the bottom of the left thigh bone that did not shift out of place. The initial injury was an open fracture, meaning the bone broke through the skin, and it is now healing normally.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent care for a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris type I or II fracture of the distal left femur that was initially open. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the fracture is progressing as expected without complications.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing."
• Verify the fracture is indeed nondisplaced and located in the lower epiphysis of the left femur.
• Confirm the initial injury was an open fracture type I or II; other open fracture types or closed fractures require different codes.