Nondisp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of r femr, 7thJ

This code describes a specific type of healing complication for an open fracture of the upper right femur's growth plate that was initially classified as a Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. "Nondisplaced" indicates the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment despite the fracture. "Subsequent encounter" signifies that the patient is receiving care for this fracture after the initial treatment, specifically addressing delayed healing.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously treated open epiphyseal fracture of the upper right femur (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is experiencing delayed healing. This applies when the fracture remains nondisplaced and the focus of the encounter is on managing the delayed union.

• Requires a seventh character "J" to indicate delayed healing for an open fracture.
• Ensure the initial fracture was an open epiphyseal fracture of the upper right femur, specifically Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally or with nonunion.