Nondisp longitud fx unsp patella, 7thF

This code describes a patellar fracture that is not displaced and runs lengthwise, specifically when the patient is in a subsequent phase of healing for an open fracture. The open fracture was initially classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is progressing routinely without complications.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed open longitudinal patellar fracture that was nondisplaced. This applies when the fracture is healing as expected, and the initial injury was a severe open fracture type.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Verify documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "longitudinal" for the patellar fracture.
• Confirm the original open fracture was classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC and that healing is routine.