Unsp fx head of left femur, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the femoral head on the left side, where the specific type of fracture is not documented. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the fracture, though closed, is not healing as expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, non-specific closed left femoral head fracture presents with evidence of delayed healing. This could include situations where imaging shows persistent fracture lines beyond the typical healing timeframe, or the patient continues to experience significant pain and functional limitations.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify the laterality (left) and anatomical site (femoral head).
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment.