Partial physeal arrest, right proximal femur

This code signifies a growth plate abnormality in the right upper thigh bone where the growth plate has prematurely and incompletely stopped growing. This can lead to limb length discrepancies or angular deformities as the bone continues to grow unevenly.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a "partial physeal arrest" affecting the proximal end of the right femur. Supporting documentation often includes imaging reports (X-rays, MRI) confirming the growth plate involvement and clinical notes detailing the location and nature of the arrest.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "partial" arrest; a complete arrest would use a different code.
• Verify the laterality (right) and bone (femur) and the specific part of the bone (proximal).
• Do not confuse with epiphyseal fractures or other growth plate disorders unless they specifically describe a partial arrest.