Nondisp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end r femr, 7thN

This code describes a supracondylar fracture of the distal right femur that has not shifted from its original position and does not extend into the joint. It specifically indicates that this is an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that has failed to heal properly, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care after the initial treatment.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated, non-displaced supracondylar fracture of the right femur that was initially an open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and has subsequently developed nonunion. This applies when the fracture site shows no signs of healing after the expected timeframe.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "without intracondylar extension."
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture and the presence of nonunion.
• This "N" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a nonunion, not the initial treatment.