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

This code describes a fracture located at the base of the femoral neck that has not shifted from its anatomical position. The fracture is currently in a healing phase, but the bone fragments have united in an imperfect or misaligned position, leading to a malunion.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced base of neck femoral fracture that has healed with malunion. This is appropriate when the fracture is closed, meaning the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and "base of neck" for the fracture location.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care of a closed fracture with evidence of malunion.
• Verify the laterality (unspecified in this code) is appropriate if not documented.