Sltr-haris Type I physl fx upper end of unsp femur, sequela

This code describes a growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type I) located at the top portion of the femur, which is the thigh bone. It specifically indicates that this fracture is a long-term complication or residual effect of a previously sustained injury, rather than an acute event. The "unspecified femur" aspect means the laterality (left or right) is not documented.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current problem or condition that is a direct result of a Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal femur that occurred in the past. This is appropriate for conditions like limb length discrepancy, angular deformity, or chronic pain directly attributable to the old fracture. It should not be used for the initial or subsequent active treatment of the acute fracture.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific sequela (e.g., M21.7 for limb length discrepancy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the old physeal fracture.
• Avoid using this code for acute or active treatment phases of the original fracture; those would use codes without the "S" seventh character.