Disp fx of base of nk of l femr, subs for clos fx w malunion

This code signifies a previously treated fracture located at the base of the neck of the left femur, which has healed in an imperfect or misaligned position. The fracture was initially a closed injury, meaning the skin remained intact, and the current encounter is for ongoing management of this malunion.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a poorly healed, non-open fracture at the base of the left femoral neck. This includes situations where surgical correction of the malunion is being planned or performed, or during conservative management of the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" as the reason for the subsequent encounter, not just "healing."
• Verify the fracture location is precisely the "base of neck" of the femur and on the "left" side.
• Confirm the original fracture was "closed" and this is a "subsequent encounter" for its management.