S72.324N
ICD-10-CMNondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of right femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with nonunion
This code signifies a subsequent encounter for a nondisplaced transverse fracture of the shaft of the right femur that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The key clinical finding for this code is the presence of nonunion, meaning the bone has failed to heal after a typical healing period.
Use this code when documenting ongoing care for a patient whose right femoral shaft fracture, initially open, has not united. This applies to follow-up visits where nonunion is confirmed and managed, such as for surgical planning for revision fixation or continued conservative management of the nonunion.
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