Sltr-haris Type I physeal fx upper end of unsp femur, init

Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of upper end of unspecified femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a growth plate fracture, specifically a Salter-Harris Type I, affecting the top portion of the femur (thigh bone) in an unspecified location. This type of fracture involves a separation of the epiphysis from the metaphysis through the growth plate itself, without bone breakage.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for initial encounters involving a closed Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal femur in pediatric patients. This is appropriate when the specific side (left or right) of the femur is not documented.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "Salter-Harris Type I" and "physeal fracture."
Confirm the fracture is of the "upper end" or "proximal" femur.
Only use this code for the initial treatment of a closed fracture when laterality is not specified.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S79.019Sltr-haris Type I physeal fx upper end of unsp femur

S79.019A(current)

Crosswalks

820.01ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S79Other and unspecified injuries of hip and thigh S79.0Physeal fracture of upper end of femur S79.00Unspecified physeal fracture of upper end of femur S79.001Unspecified physeal fracture of upper end of right femur S79.001A