Displ spiral fx shaft of unsp femr, 7thK

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who previously sustained a spiral fracture of the femoral shaft, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. Importantly, the fracture has failed to heal adequately (nonunion) and is being managed non-surgically. The specific side of the femur (left or right) is not documented.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced spiral shaft fracture of an unspecified femur is receiving ongoing treatment for a nonunion, and the fracture is being treated without an open surgical procedure. This includes situations where conservative management, such as casting or bracing, is being continued for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and "closed fracture" for this specific encounter.
• Verify that the encounter is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm that the laterality of the femur is truly unspecified in the medical record before using this code.