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

Nondisplaced fracture of lower epiphysis (separation) of left femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate at the bottom of the left thigh bone that is not displaced. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the bone broke through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now in a phase of delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed severe open growth plate fracture of the distal left femur is experiencing slower-than-expected healing. This applies when the fracture fragments are still in their normal anatomical position.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" and specifies the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
Verify the fracture is of the lower epiphysis (growth plate) and on the left side.
Confirm the fracture is "nondisplaced" at the time of the encounter.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.445Nondisp fx of lower epiphysis (separation) of left femur

S72.445J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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