Displ spiral fx shaft of l femr, 7thH

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

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced spiral fracture located in the shaft of the left femur. It specifically indicates a subsequent encounter for an open fracture (Type I or II) that is experiencing delayed healing. This implies the initial treatment has occurred, but the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated open spiral fracture of the left femoral shaft, and the physician documents delayed union or healing. This is appropriate for ongoing management of the fracture site, including monitoring, further interventions, or adjustments to the treatment plan due to the delayed healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for an open fracture.
Verify the laterality is "left" and the fracture type is "spiral" in the "shaft" of the "femur."
Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" and not an initial treatment for the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.342Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of left femur

S72.342H(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init