Nondisp commnt fx unsp patella, 7thE

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the patella that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for a previously diagnosed open fracture of type I or II, and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up visits for a patient with a comminuted, nondisplaced patellar fracture that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II). This is appropriate when the wound associated with the open fracture is healing routinely and there are no signs of infection or delayed union.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the patellar fracture.
• Verify the initial injury was an open fracture type I or II and that the current encounter is for routine follow-up care.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or if the fracture is displaced, or if healing is complicated.