Nondisp fx of epiphy (separation) (upper) of unsp femr, 7thG

Nondisplaced fracture of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a fracture of the growth plate (epiphysis) in the upper part of an unspecified femur that was initially closed and is now experiencing delayed healing. The fracture fragments are still in their normal anatomical position, meaning they have not shifted out of alignment.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced epiphyseal fracture of the proximal femur, and the healing process is not progressing as expected. It should be used during subsequent visits after the initial treatment, specifically when documentation indicates delayed union of the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for a closed fracture.
Verify the fracture is specifically of the epiphysis (growth plate) and is nondisplaced.
Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment or a sequela.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.026Nondisp fx of epiphysis (separation) (upper) of unsp femur

S72.026G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init