Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r femr, 7thG

This code signifies a break across the shaft of the right thigh bone that has not shifted out of alignment. The patient is in a later stage of recovery, and the fracture is taking longer than expected to heal, but the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a right femoral shaft fracture that was initially closed and is now exhibiting delayed union. This is appropriate for subsequent visits where the focus is on monitoring the healing process and addressing the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "shaft" and is "transverse" and "nondisplaced."
• Verify this is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment.