Nondisp subtrochnt fx r femur, subs for clos fx w nonunion

This code describes a fracture located below the lesser trochanter of the right femur that has not shifted from its anatomical position. The fracture has failed to heal properly, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment related to this nonunion.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters where a patient is being managed for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced subtrochanteric fracture of the right femur that has developed nonunion. This includes visits for evaluation of nonunion, planning for revision surgery, or ongoing conservative management of the unhealed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "subtrochanteric" for accurate site and displacement.
• Confirm the encounter is for the subsequent management of the nonunion, not the initial injury.
• Always look for laterality (right vs. left) in the documentation to ensure the correct code is selected.