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

This code signifies a chronic or late effect resulting from a Salter-Harris Type IV fracture that previously affected the growth plate at the distal end of the left femur. This type of fracture extends through the epiphysis, physis, and metaphysis, carrying a higher risk of growth disturbance. The "sequela" designation indicates that the current patient encounter is for a complication or residual condition directly attributable to this past injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications such as limb length discrepancy, angular deformity, premature physeal closure, or chronic pain in the left knee region, directly linked to a prior Salter-Harris Type IV fracture of the distal left femur. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these persistent issues, not for the initial acute injury.

• Always assign an additional code(s) to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., M21.722 for unequal limb length, M92.42 for juvenile osteochondrosis of the distal femur).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past Salter-Harris Type IV fracture of the left distal femur.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute fracture; specific acute fracture codes exist for that purpose.