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

This code describes a left upper femoral epiphyseal fracture that is out of alignment and has been treated previously, but has healed in an unsatisfactory position (malunion). The original fracture was an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson type I or II.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a malunion of a previously treated displaced open fracture of the upper epiphysis of the left femur. This applies when the initial open fracture was classified as Gustilo-Anderson type I or II.

• Ensure documentation specifies "malunion" and not nonunion or delayed union.
• Verify the laterality (left) and the specific bone (femur) and location (upper epiphysis).
• Confirm the original fracture was an open fracture type I or II, as this impacts the 7th character.