Displ osteochon fx r patella, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a specific type of knee injury involving a displaced fracture of both bone and cartilage in the right kneecap. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, which is healing slower than expected without surgical intervention.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient is being managed for a right patellar osteochondral fracture that was initially treated non-surgically and is now exhibiting delayed healing. This applies to situations like cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the prolonged healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" and "closed fracture" for the right patella.
• Verify the fracture is osteochondral (involving both bone and cartilage) and displaced.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for ongoing management, not the initial treatment.