Sltr-haris Type I physl fx low end unsp femr, 7thG

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type I fracture affecting the growth plate at the lower end of an unspecified femur. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being managed for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of the distal femur, and the physician documents that the healing process is slower than anticipated. It would be used for follow-up appointments, cast changes, or imaging reviews where delayed healing is the primary focus of the visit.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "Salter-Harris Type I" and "delayed healing" for the distal femur.
• Verify that this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Do not use if the fracture is healing normally or if it's a different Salter-Harris type.