Nondisp apophyseal fx l femr, 7thQ

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a specific type of left femur fracture in a pediatric or adolescent patient. It indicates that the growth plate (apophysis) of the femur was fractured, the bone fragments were not displaced, and the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II). Furthermore, the fracture has healed improperly, resulting in malunion.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing care or evaluation of a previously treated open apophyseal fracture of the left femur that has healed with an anatomical deformity (malunion). This would be used after the initial active treatment phase, during the recovery and follow-up period.

• Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit, not the initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the apophysis and located on the left femur.
• Confirm documentation supports an open fracture Type I or II and the presence of malunion.