Nondisp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end l femr, 7thJ

Nondisplaced supracondylar fracture without intracondylar extension of lower end of left femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a left femoral supracondylar fracture that is not displaced and does not extend into the intercondylar area. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is currently in a phase of delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving care for a left supracondylar femur fracture that was initially open and is now exhibiting delayed healing. This applies when the fracture is confirmed as nondisplaced and without intracondylar involvement.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "nondisplaced" with "no intracondylar extension."
Verify the "subsequent encounter" status and the "delayed healing" aspect for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.455Nondisp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn lower end of l femur

S72.455J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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