Displ midcervical fx l femr, 7thN

This code signifies a non-healing fracture located in the middle portion of the neck of the left femur, which was an open fracture (meaning the bone broke through the skin) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The patient is in a later stage of treatment, indicating that initial care has already been provided.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously treated, but now non-united, severe open midcervical fracture of the left femur. This is appropriate for subsequent visits where the nonunion is being managed, such as for surgical planning, cast changes, or monitoring healing progress.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the fracture is indeed midcervical and on the left side.
• Confirm the original open fracture type was IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, as this impacts code selection.