Disp fx of base of nk of unsp femr, 7thP

This code describes a situation where a patient previously sustained a fracture at the base of the femoral neck, and during a subsequent encounter, it is noted that the fracture has healed improperly (malunion). The fracture is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal alignment, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact (closed fracture).

This code is used when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously treated closed fracture of the femoral neck base that has resulted in malunion. It applies when the patient is seen for ongoing management, evaluation of the malunion, or planning for corrective procedures. This code should be assigned after the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and "closed fracture" for subsequent encounters.
• Verify the fracture location is precisely the "base of the neck of the femur" and laterality is "unspecified."
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for nonunion, which is a distinct complication.