Nondisplaced transverse fracture of right patella, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a transverse fracture of the right patella that was initially nondisplaced. It indicates that the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the patient is now experiencing long-term effects or complications related to the previous fracture.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a nondisplaced transverse right patella fracture and is now presenting with ongoing symptoms, functional limitations, or other sequelae directly attributable to that past injury. This includes conditions like chronic pain, stiffness, or post-traumatic arthritis in the affected knee.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past nondisplaced transverse right patella fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial or active treatment phase of the fracture; it is exclusively for sequelae.
• Code any current, specific symptoms or complications (e.g., M17.11 for unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee) in addition to this sequela code.