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

Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type IV) located at the lower end of the thigh bone, where the bone is not healing as expected. This indicates a follow-up visit for a previously diagnosed fracture that is experiencing delayed union.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a Salter-Harris Type IV fracture of the distal femur is being monitored for delayed healing. It would be used after the initial treatment and when the fracture has not progressed to full union within the expected timeframe.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for this specific fracture type and location.
Verify laterality (left, right, or unspecified) if available in the medical record; this code is for an unspecified side.
Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not an initial treatment or a sequela.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S79.149Sltr-haris Type IV physeal fx lower end of unsp femur

S79.149G(current)

Crosswalks

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 S79.001Unspecified physeal fracture of upper end of right femur S79.001A