Sltr-haris Type II physl fx low end l femr, 7thD

Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of left femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a pediatric patient who sustained a Salter-Harris Type II fracture affecting the growth plate at the distal end of their left thigh bone. The fracture is currently healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters where a physician is monitoring the routine healing progress of a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the left distal femur. This includes follow-up appointments for cast changes, X-ray reviews, or general assessment of healing without new complications.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment.
Verify the fracture type (Salter-Harris Type II), location (lower end of left femur), and healing status (routine).
Do not use this code if complications or delayed healing are noted; a different seventh character would be required.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S79.122Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx lower end of left femur

S79.122D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9 V54.15ApproxICD-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 S79.001