Nondisp transverse fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thF

This code indicates a stable, transverse fracture of the femoral shaft that is not displaced. It specifies a subsequent encounter for an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is now healing routinely. This implies the initial acute care for the open wound has been addressed, and the bone is progressing through normal healing stages.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously managed open transverse femoral shaft fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is demonstrating expected bone healing without complications. This applies when the fracture remains nondisplaced and the focus is on monitoring the routine healing process.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the femoral shaft fracture.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC."
• Confirm the healing is described as "routine" or without specific complications like delayed union or nonunion.