Path fx in neopltc dis, l femur, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the left femur that occurred due to an underlying neoplastic (cancerous) process, rather than trauma. The patient is currently in a follow-up phase where the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for patients with a documented pathological fracture of the left femur secondary to cancer, who are presenting for a subsequent visit during the routine healing period. Documentation should clearly state the neoplastic etiology of the fracture and indicate that healing is progressing normally.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left femur" and confirms the fracture is pathological, not traumatic.
• The 7th character "D" indicates subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion healing.
• Always sequence this code after the underlying neoplasm code, as the neoplasm is the primary cause of the pathological fracture.