Nondisp spiral fx shaft of l femr, 7thF

This code describes a spiral fracture of the shaft of the left femur that has not shifted from its normal alignment. It specifically applies to an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where the fracture is healing routinely.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left femoral shaft that was an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This code is appropriate when the physician documents routine healing without complications. It would be selected for visits occurring after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, wound care, or follow-up imaging to monitor healing progress.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft" of the left femur.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is clearly documented.
• Confirm the encounter is "subsequent" and healing is progressing "routinely" without complications.