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

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a patient with a non-displaced fracture of the upper growth plate of an unspecified femur. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously treated open epiphyseal femoral fracture that is experiencing delayed union. This includes situations where the fracture site is being monitored for healing progress, and interventions are being considered or performed due to the slow healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture (Type I or II) and delayed healing for this specific subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is indeed non-displaced and involves the upper epiphysis of the femur.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.