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

This code describes a supracondylar fracture of the distal femur that does not extend into the knee joint and is not displaced. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type I or II) that is in a phase of delayed healing, meaning the fracture is not uniting at the expected rate.

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed open supracondylar femoral fracture (without intracondylar extension) that is showing signs of delayed union. This would apply during subsequent visits for ongoing treatment, monitoring, or interventions related to the delayed healing process.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "without intracondylar extension" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly documented as an "open fracture type I or II" and that the encounter is for "delayed healing."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.