S72.046K
ICD-10-CMNondisplaced fracture of base of neck of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion
This code signifies a fracture located at the base of the femoral neck, specifically a nondisplaced type, that is currently in a subsequent encounter phase. The fracture is closed, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site, and the primary complication noted is nonunion, indicating the bone fragments are failing to heal together.
Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced closed fracture of the base of the femoral neck, where the provider documents ongoing treatment for the fracture and explicitly states that nonunion is present. This is appropriate when the initial treatment for the closed fracture has concluded, but the bone has not healed.
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