Nondisplaced subtrochanteric fracture of left femur, init

This code signifies a fracture of the left femur located specifically below the lesser trochanter, but above the femoral condyles, where the bone fragments remain in their anatomical alignment. It indicates that the fracture has not shifted out of place.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a newly diagnosed subtrochanteric fracture of the left femur that is confirmed to be nondisplaced. This includes scenarios such as emergency department visits or initial inpatient admissions for fracture management.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "left femur" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Confirm the fracture location is subtrochanteric, distinguishing it from intertrochanteric or shaft fractures.