Nondisp transverse fx r patella, 7thQ

This code describes a situation where a patient has a transverse fracture of the right kneecap that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II), meaning the skin was broken at the time of injury. The fracture is currently in a subsequent encounter phase, and unfortunately, it has healed incorrectly, resulting in malunion.

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or treatment of complications related to a previously sustained open transverse patellar fracture on the right side that has healed in a misaligned position. It indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture and the current issue is the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" patella and "transverse" fracture type.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and the current encounter is for "malunion."
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion.