Displ suprcndl fx w intrcndl extn lower end unsp femur, sqla

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect arising from a displaced fracture of the lower end of the femur, specifically involving the supracondylar region and extending into the intracondylar area. The initial injury has healed, but residual issues or conditions persist as a direct consequence of that fracture. The specific side of the body (left or right) is not documented.

Apply this code when documenting a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, limited range of motion, arthritis) directly attributable to a previously sustained displaced supracondylar fracture with intracondylar extension of the distal femur. This code is appropriate for encounters addressing the late effects of such an injury, long after the initial fracture treatment.

• Always assign a sequela code when the patient is being treated for a complication or residual condition of a healed injury, not the acute injury itself.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior supracondylar and intracondylar femoral fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial or subsequent encounters for the active treatment of the acute fracture.