Disp fx of med wall of r acetab, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a break in the inner portion of the right hip socket that has shifted out of its normal alignment. The patient is currently undergoing treatment for this fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than typically expected.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's follow-up visit for a displaced fracture of the medial wall of the right acetabulum. This is appropriate when the physician explicitly notes delayed healing of the fracture, indicating ongoing management beyond the initial acute phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" acetabulum and "medial wall" for accurate laterality and site.
• The "G" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter with delayed healing; verify the physician's assessment of healing status.
• Always review operative reports and imaging studies to confirm displacement and fracture location.