Displaced intertroch fx r femur, subs for clos fx w malunion

This code signifies a right femur fracture located between the greater and lesser trochanters that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a deformity (malunion). The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were out of alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this previously treated fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting for ongoing management of a right intertrochanteric femur fracture that has united in an unsatisfactory position. This includes scenarios such as physical therapy, imaging to assess the malunion, or discussions regarding potential corrective surgery for the malunion. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial treatment phase, where the malunion is the focus of care.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the right femur.
• The "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with malunion.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion (failure to heal).