Oth physl fx lower end of l femur, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) at the lower end of the left thigh bone, excluding Salter-Harris types I and II. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a pediatric or adolescent patient with a non-Salter-Harris type I or II physeal fracture of the distal left femur. This is appropriate when radiographic or clinical evidence confirms that the fracture union is progressing slower than anticipated.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other" physeal fracture type and the left femur.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm that delayed healing is explicitly documented by the provider.