Nondisp osteochon fx r patella, 7thE

This code signifies a fracture involving both bone and cartilage on the right kneecap that has not shifted out of alignment. The fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of either Type I or Type II severity, and the patient is now receiving follow-up care for its routine healing.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of a previously sustained nondisplaced osteochondral fracture of the right patella. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "osteochondral" for the right patella.
• Verify that the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and that the current encounter is for routine follow-up.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters, malunion, nonunion, or delayed healing.