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

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the upper growth plate (epiphysis) of an unspecified femur that was initially an open fracture of type I or II. The patient is currently in a subsequent encounter, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing. This indicates the bone is not mending at the expected rate for this type of injury.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously treated open type I or II displaced epiphyseal fracture of the upper femur is showing signs of delayed union. This applies when the initial injury was an open fracture, and the current encounter focuses on the ongoing management of the healing process.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the initial fracture was an open type I or II and involved the upper femoral epiphysis.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with routine healing.