Sltr-haris Type I physeal fx lower end of l femur, sequela

This code indicates a Salter-Harris Type I fracture affecting the growth plate at the distal end of the left thigh bone, where the fracture line extends through the physis. The "S" suffix signifies that this encounter is for the long-term effects or complications arising from the initial injury, rather than the acute fracture treatment itself.

Use this code when documenting conditions such as limb length discrepancy, angular deformity, premature physeal closure, or chronic pain in the left lower extremity, which are directly attributable to a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the distal left femur. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits after the initial fracture has healed, addressing residual problems.

• Always ensure the "S" suffix is appended when coding for sequelae, indicating a late effect.
• Verify that the documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the distal left femur.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; a code without the "S" suffix would be appropriate for the active treatment phase.