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

This code describes a displaced fracture of the lower part of the left thigh bone, specifically above the condyles, that does not extend into the joint. This particular code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the fracture has healed incorrectly (malunion).

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously sustained open supracondylar femoral fracture on the left side, which has developed a malunion. This would apply during clinic visits for assessment of the malunion, planning for corrective surgery, or monitoring of conservative management of the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" femur and "displaced" supracondylar fracture without intracondylar extension.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and that malunion is explicitly documented.
• This "R" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a malunion; do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up without malunion.