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

This code describes a fracture located above the condyles of the lower left femur, which has shifted out of its normal alignment and does not extend between the condyles. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this injury, specifically addressing a malunion that occurred following an initial open fracture classified as Type I or II.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained an open supracondylar fracture (Type I or II) of the distal left femur, where the fracture was displaced and did not involve the intracondylar region, and has now healed in a misaligned position (malunion). This code is appropriate for encounters related to managing or treating this malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture type.
• Verify the laterality (left femur) and the absence of intracondylar extension are explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Confirm the original open fracture was classified as Type I or II to accurately apply this code.