Nondisp subtrochnt fx unsp femr, 7thJ

This code describes a subtrochanteric fracture of an unidentifiable femur that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. This specific code is used during the healing phase for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously sustained, non-displaced subtrochanteric femur fracture. It specifically applies when the initial injury was an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and the physician documents delayed healing. This would be used for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "subtrochanteric" for the femur fracture.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture" and the specific Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is documented.
• Confirm the physician's assessment explicitly states "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.