Nondisp spiral fx shaft of l femr, 7thM

This code signifies a spiral fracture of the shaft of the left femur that has not been displaced. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type I or II) that has failed to heal properly, as documented during a follow-up encounter.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left femoral shaft, and the physician documents an open fracture type I or II with evidence of nonunion. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture" of the left femoral shaft.
• Confirm the fracture was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "nonunion" is explicitly stated.
• Verify this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, not the initial treatment.