Displ suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end l femr, 7thM

This code signifies a non-healing fracture of the lower part of the left thigh bone, specifically above the condyles, that has shifted out of alignment. It indicates that the fracture was initially open (skin broken) and is now being treated for failure to unite after initial management.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for follow-up care of a previously treated open supracondylar femoral fracture (Type I or II) on the left side that has not healed. This would include scenarios such as continued pain, instability, or imaging evidence of nonunion following initial surgical or non-surgical intervention.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture type.
• Verify the laterality (left femur) and the absence of intracondylar extension.
• Confirm the initial fracture was an open fracture, type I or II, as this impacts the "A" or "D" seventh character choice for subsequent encounters.