Nondisp articular fracture of head of right femur, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior articular fracture of the head of the right femur. The original fracture was nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments remained in their anatomical alignment, but the patient is now experiencing a sequela related to that injury. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, degenerative changes, or functional limitations.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained nondisplaced articular fracture of the head of the right femur. This applies to follow-up encounters for ongoing management of post-fracture complications, even if the original fracture has healed. It is appropriate when the initial injury is no longer acute but its effects persist.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific manifestation of the sequela (e.g., M16.11 for unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced articular fracture of the right femoral head.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the acute fracture or for routine follow-up without documented sequelae.