Nondisp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end unsp femr,7thE

This code describes a fracture of the lower part of the femur, specifically above the condyles, that has not shifted out of alignment and does not extend into the joint. It indicates that the fracture was an open type I or II injury, meaning there was a wound communicating with the fracture, and is now in a subsequent phase of care with expected routine healing.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced supracondylar femoral fracture without intracondylar extension. This applies specifically when the initial injury was an open fracture type I or II and the healing process is progressing as anticipated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "without intracondylar extension" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" to justify the 7th character 'E'.
• Confirm "routine healing" is documented; otherwise, a different 7th character may be appropriate.