Displ oblique fx shaft of l femr, 7thH

Displaced oblique fracture of shaft of left femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type I or II with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a situation where a patient has an oblique fracture in the shaft of their left femur that is no longer in its proper alignment. This particular fracture was an open fracture (meaning the bone broke through the skin) classified as type I or II, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced oblique fracture of the left femoral shaft that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II). This code is specifically for encounters where the fracture is exhibiting delayed healing, indicating the bone is not mending at the anticipated rate.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the open fracture.
Verify the fracture is of the left femur, specifically the shaft, and is an oblique type.
Confirm the initial injury was an open fracture type I or II; other open fracture types or closed fractures would require a different code.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.332Displaced oblique fracture of shaft of left femur

S72.332H(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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