Displ artic fx head of r femr, 7thM

This code signifies a fracture of the head of the right femur that extends into the joint surface, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the initial fracture was an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken), classified as Type I or II, and has subsequently failed to heal properly (nonunion).

This code is used for follow-up encounters for patients with a previously diagnosed displaced articular fracture of the right femoral head that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and has developed nonunion. It applies when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this specific complication, such as for surgical intervention for nonunion or continued monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the initial open fracture type (I or II).
• Verify the fracture is of the "head" of the femur and is "articular" and "displaced."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that have healed.