Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l femr, 7thC

This code signifies a break in the main part (shaft) of the left thigh bone that runs diagonally, but the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. Crucially, this fracture is exposed to the outside environment, indicating a severe open injury (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) requiring immediate medical attention. This is the initial encounter for this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first treatment or evaluation of a patient presenting with a left femoral shaft fracture that is both nondisplaced and oblique in nature, and has been classified as a severe open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This is appropriate for the initial hospital admission or emergency department visit for this injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "oblique" for the fracture morphology.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is explicitly stated by the physician for the open nature of the fracture.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture to use the "C" seventh character.