Nondisp longitud fx unsp patella, 7thJ

Nondisplaced longitudinal fracture of unspecified patella, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a patellar fracture that runs lengthwise (longitudinal) and has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically applies to a follow-up visit for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated open, nondisplaced longitudinal patellar fracture where the initial injury was severe (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and bone union is not progressing as anticipated. This would be appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced longitudinal" and "unspecified patella."
Verify the original open fracture was classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for delayed healing, not routine follow-up or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.026Nondisplaced longitudinal fracture of unspecified patella

S82.026J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S82Fracture of lower leg, including ankle S82.0Fracture of patella S82.00Unspecified fracture of patella S82.001Unspecified fracture of right patella S82.001AUnsp fracture of right patella, init for clos fx