Nondisp fx of low epiphy (separation) of unsp femr, 7thF

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

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up visit for a patient who previously sustained a nondisplaced fracture of the growth plate at the bottom of an unspecified femur. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is now healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced lower femoral epiphyseal open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is progressing with routine healing. This includes follow-up appointments for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy during the healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "lower epiphysis" of the femur.
Confirm the initial injury was an open fracture classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Only use for subsequent encounters where healing is routine; use different codes for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.446Nondisp fx of lower epiphysis (separation) of unsp femur

S72.446F(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