Oth physeal fracture of lower end of left femur, init

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) at the distal end of the left thigh bone, excluding Salter-Harris types I-IV. These fractures are typically seen in children and adolescents, as their bones are still growing. The fracture is closed, meaning the skin remains intact over the injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-specific physeal fracture of the lower left femur that does not fit the criteria for a Salter-Harris classification. This applies when the fracture is closed and the patient is receiving initial treatment for the injury.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "other" or unclassified physeal fracture of the distal femur.
• Verify the laterality is clearly documented as "left."
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of a closed fracture.