Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r femr, 7thM

This code describes a situation where a patient has a transverse fracture of the shaft of their right femur that is not displaced. This specific encounter is for the continued management of an open fracture, classified as type I or II, where the bone has failed to heal properly (nonunion).

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transverse open fracture (Type I or II) of the right femoral shaft is being treated for nonunion. This would include scenarios such as surgical intervention for nonunion, cast changes, or ongoing clinical assessment of the nonunion.

• Always use in conjunction with an external cause code if applicable.
• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced," "transverse," "shaft of right femur," "open fracture type I or II," and "nonunion."
• Verify that this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.