Disp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of l femr, 7thE

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (epiphysis) in the upper part of the left thigh bone, which has shifted out of its normal alignment. This specific instance refers to an open fracture, meaning the bone broke through the skin, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where the fracture is healing as expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris type I or II fracture of the proximal left femur that was an open fracture. This is appropriate when the wound is healing routinely without complications like infection or delayed union.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "left" femur and "upper" epiphysis.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and that the healing is routine for an open fracture type I or II.
• Distinguish from initial encounters or encounters for nonunion/malunion, which would require different seventh characters.