Unsp fx lower end of l femur, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the distal portion of the left femur, where the specific type of fracture is not documented. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, which was initially treated without surgical intervention (closed fracture), and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified closed fracture of the lower left femur is experiencing delayed union. It should be used when the physician is monitoring the healing progress and providing ongoing management for the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture location is the "lower end of the left femur" and the type is unspecified.