Nondisp intertroch fx l femr, 7thH

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient who sustained a fracture of the intertrochanteric region of the left femur, which was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now experiencing delayed healing. The fracture fragments themselves are not displaced.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a patient with a previously treated open intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur (Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II) is being monitored for delayed union or non-union. It indicates that the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

• Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" and the original open fracture type (I or II).
• Verify the fracture is indeed "nondisplaced" at the time of this subsequent encounter.
• Do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up without documented healing complications.