Fx unsp prt of nk of unsp femr, 7thF

Fracture of unspecified part of neck of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up encounter for an open fracture of the femoral neck, where the specific location on the neck is not documented. The fracture is classified as a severe open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is currently healing without complications.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for patients returning for routine follow-up care of a previously diagnosed and treated severe open femoral neck fracture. It should be used when the fracture is progressing as expected through the healing process, and there are no signs of delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion. This code would be assigned during subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Verify that the fracture location is indeed unspecified within the neck of the femur.
Do not use this code for initial treatment or for encounters involving delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.009Fracture of unspecified part of neck of unspecified femur

S72.009F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init