Nondisp spiral fx shaft of l femr, 7thH

This code describes a spiral fracture of the shaft of the left femur that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture (where the skin is broken) of either Type I or Type II severity, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where the fracture healing is progressing slower than expected.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters of a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left femoral shaft. This is appropriate when the initial injury was an open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II) and the physician documents delayed healing during the current visit.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft" of the left femur.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and the current encounter is for "delayed healing."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for closed fractures.