Oth fracture of right femur, subs for clos fx w nonunion

This code signifies a non-healing fracture of the right femur, excluding those of the neck, subtrochanteric, or shaft regions, that was previously treated and is now being managed during a follow-up visit. Nonunion indicates that the bone fragments have failed to unite after a period of time, despite appropriate treatment. The fracture remains closed, meaning the skin is intact over the injury site.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent care for a patient with a right femur fracture (other specified sites) that has not healed and is still considered closed. This would be appropriate for office visits, hospital encounters, or other follow-up care where nonunion is the primary focus of the encounter. It is used after the initial treatment phase has concluded.

• Always confirm the laterality (right femur) and the specific fracture site, ensuring it's not a neck, subtrochanteric, or shaft fracture.
• Verify documentation explicitly states "nonunion" and that the fracture is "closed" during a "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture or for malunion, which is a different complication of fracture healing.