Displaced midcervical fracture of left femur, init

This code signifies a break in the middle portion of the neck of the left femur, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific injury is a type of hip fracture, often resulting from significant trauma or falls, particularly in older adults.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-surgical (closed) fracture of the midcervical region of the left femur that is displaced. This code is appropriate for the initial visit where the fracture is being evaluated and definitive treatment plans are being established.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "midcervical" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of a closed fracture. Subsequent encounters or open fractures will require different seventh characters or codes.
• Laterality is crucial; verify the fracture is on the left femur.