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

This code describes a fracture involving the growth plate (epiphysis) of the upper part of an unspecified femur that is no longer in its normal anatomical alignment. This specific encounter is for follow-up care of an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type I or II, and the healing process is progressing as expected.

Use this code for a patient presenting for a subsequent visit related to an open Salter-Harris Type I or II epiphyseal fracture of the proximal femur, where the fracture fragments are displaced, and the healing is routine. This applies to follow-up appointments, cast changes, or routine monitoring during the healing phase.

• Ensure the documentation specifies an open fracture type I or II and routine healing for a subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as displaced and involves the epiphysis of the upper femur.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters, nonunion, malunion, or delayed healing, as different seventh characters would apply.