Displ subtrochnt fx unsp femr, 7thQ

This code signifies a subtrochanteric fracture of the femur that has shifted from its normal alignment, specifically located below the lesser trochanter. It indicates that the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and that the bone has healed in an abnormal or misaligned position (malunion). This specific encounter is for follow-up care related to this malunited open fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated open subtrochanteric femur fracture that has healed with malunion. This could include follow-up appointments, evaluations for pain or functional limitations due to the malunion, or planning for corrective surgery. It is appropriate when the initial injury was an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and that the initial fracture was "open" (Type I or II).
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture or a nonunion.
• Confirm the fracture location is subtrochanteric and not another part of the femur.