Disp fx of greater trochanter of r femr, 7thG

Displaced fracture of greater trochanter of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the greater trochanter on the right femur that is currently in a healing phase, but the healing process is progressing slower than expected. The fracture is not open to the external environment.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed right greater trochanter fracture, and imaging or clinical assessment indicates delayed union. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the fracture has not yet fully healed.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "right femur" for accurate coding.
Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and that the fracture is "closed" with "delayed healing."
Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.111Displaced fracture of greater trochanter of right femur

S72.111G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.13ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init