Disp fx of base of nk of l femr, 7thD

Displaced fracture of base of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture at the base of the neck of their left femur, which was initially displaced. The fracture is currently undergoing routine healing and is being managed non-surgically (closed treatment).

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the base of the left femoral neck is receiving ongoing care and the fracture is healing as expected without complications. This applies to follow-up appointments for cast checks, physical therapy evaluations, or routine radiographic monitoring during the healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "left" femur and "base of neck" to differentiate from other femoral fracture locations.
Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and not the initial treatment or a sequela.
Confirm "routine healing" is documented, indicating no complications like malunion or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.042Displaced fracture of base of neck of left femur

S72.042D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9 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