Displ suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end unsp femr, 7thF

This code signifies a fracture of the lower part of the femur, specifically above the knee joint, that is displaced and does not extend into the joint itself. It indicates an open fracture (where the bone breaks through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is currently in the routine healing phase during a follow-up visit.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced supracondylar femoral fracture (without intracondylar extension) is receiving ongoing care for an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is progressing as expected. This applies to follow-up appointments after initial treatment, such as cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy sessions, where routine healing is documented.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify the fracture is supracondylar, displaced, and explicitly states "without intracondylar extension."
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for encounters where delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion is being addressed.