Oth osteopor w crnt path fx, l femr, 7thG

This code signifies a pathological fracture of the left femur due to osteoporosis, where the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for the fracture, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected. It indicates that the underlying bone fragility from osteoporosis contributed to the fracture, and the patient is not in the initial treatment phase.

Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a left femoral fracture caused by osteoporosis, specifically when documentation indicates delayed union or nonunion of the fracture. This code is appropriate after the initial treatment of the acute fracture has concluded, and the patient is receiving ongoing management for the healing process.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology for the fracture.
• Verify the laterality (left femur) and the underlying cause (osteoporosis) are clearly documented.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures without documented delayed healing.