Displaced unsp condyle fx lower end of right femur, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously displaced fracture of an unspecified condyle at the distal end of the right femur. It indicates that the initial injury, which involved a break in the lower portion of the thigh bone near the knee joint that was not in its anatomical alignment, is no longer in the acute phase but is still causing ongoing issues.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual problems, such as chronic pain, functional limitations, or deformity, directly attributable to a past displaced condylar fracture of the right distal femur. This applies when the fracture itself has healed, but its lasting impact requires continued medical attention or management.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced right distal femoral condyle fracture.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the acute phase of the fracture has passed. Do not use for initial or subsequent encounters for active fracture treatment.
• Verify laterality (right femur) and the unspecified nature of the condyle are explicitly supported in the patient's medical record.