Oth fx low end r femr, subs for opn fx type I/2 w delay heal

This code describes a fracture of the lower part of the right thigh bone, excluding specific condylar or supracondylar types. It indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture (skin broken) of either Type I or II, and the patient is now being seen for ongoing care due to the fracture healing slower than expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed open Type I or II fracture of the lower right femur is experiencing delayed union. This applies when the fracture is not healing within the anticipated timeframe, requiring continued medical management, imaging, or intervention.

• Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" and the initial fracture was an open Type I or II.
• Verify the laterality (right femur) and the specific location (lower end) are clearly documented.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for nonunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.