Displaced comminuted fx shaft of right femur, sequela

This code signifies a past comminuted fracture of the shaft of the right femur that was displaced at the time of injury, and the patient is now experiencing a long-term complication or residual effect directly attributable to that original fracture. This indicates that the initial healing process is complete, but the patient continues to have issues stemming from the injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic condition, deformity, nonunion, malunion, or other late effect directly resulting from a previously sustained displaced comminuted fracture of the right femoral shaft. This applies after the initial acute phase of treatment for the fracture has concluded.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced comminuted right femoral shaft fracture.
• This code is for sequelae, meaning it should not be used for active treatment of the acute fracture.
• Always code the specific sequela (e.g., nonunion, malunion, chronic pain) first, followed by this sequela code.