Disp fx of greater trochanter of unsp femr, 7thE

This code describes a fracture of the greater trochanter, which is the large bony prominence on the upper part of the femur, that has been displaced from its normal anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open fracture of Type I or II, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where routine healing is expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for patients with an open Type I or II displaced greater trochanteric fracture of an unspecified femur that is healing without complications. This applies when the patient is receiving ongoing care, such as wound checks, physical therapy, or medication management, after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies an "open" fracture type I or II and "displaced" status.
• This "E" encounter code is used for subsequent care during the routine healing phase.
• Confirm the laterality of the femur is not specified in the medical record to justify "unspecified."