Torus fx lower end of left femur, subs for fx w malunion

This code describes a specific type of incomplete fracture, a torus or buckle fracture, affecting the lower part of the left thigh bone. It indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing treatment for this fracture, which has unfortunately healed in an unsatisfactory position, known as a malunion.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the distal left femur that has resulted in malunion. This could include evaluations for pain, limited range of motion, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion. It signifies that the fracture itself is no longer in the initial healing phase, but rather the complication of malunion is the focus of the current encounter.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "torus fracture" and "malunion" of the lower end of the left femur.
• The "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with malunion, not initial care or routine healing.
• Verify laterality (left femur) is explicitly stated in the clinical notes.