Disp fx of greater trochanter of l femr, 7thF

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the greater trochanter on the left femur that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now in a subsequent phase of routine healing. It indicates that the bone fragments are not properly aligned, requiring ongoing management.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving routine care for a previously diagnosed open, displaced greater trochanteric fracture of the left femur. This applies when the fracture is healing as expected without complications, but still requires monitoring or continued non-surgical treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "left femur" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC" and that the current encounter is for "subsequent" care with "routine healing."
• Do not use this code for initial encounters, malunion, nonunion, or delayed healing.