Nondisp osteochon fx r patella, subs for clos fx w malunion

This code describes a right patellar fracture that involves both bone and cartilage, is not displaced, and is currently healing abnormally (malunion). This indicates a previous injury to the kneecap that has not healed correctly, resulting in a deformity or functional impairment.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced osteochondral fracture of the right patella that has healed in a misaligned position. This would apply to situations such as ongoing physical therapy, pain management, or evaluation for corrective surgery related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right patella" and "nondisplaced osteochondral fracture."
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that "malunion" is documented as the current healing status.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for fractures that are healing normally or with nonunion.