Displ subtrochnt fx unsp femr, 7thF

This code signifies a subtrochanteric fracture of an unspecified femur that is displaced and has broken through the skin (open fracture). The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the open fracture is specifically classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage, with the fracture healing routinely.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for patients with a previously diagnosed displaced subtrochanteric open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of an unspecified femur. This applies when the fracture is progressing as expected without complications during the healing phase.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the fracture is subtrochanteric and displaced; do not use for intertrochanteric or other femoral fracture types.
• If the healing is complicated (e.g., delayed, nonunion, malunion), a different seventh character will be required.