Displaced unsp condyle fx lower end of left femur, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior fracture of the lower end of the left femur, specifically involving an unspecified condyle that was displaced at the time of the original injury. The "sequela" indicates that the acute phase of the fracture has passed, and the patient is now experiencing ongoing issues directly related to that past injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, limited range of motion, deformity, or other persistent problems in the left knee or thigh that are directly attributable to a previously sustained and healed (or healing) displaced condyle fracture of the distal left femur. This applies when the original injury is no longer in its acute phase of treatment.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior displaced condyle fracture of the left femur.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela and should be used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the original injury, even if the original injury has healed.
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter or subsequent encounters for active treatment of the acute fracture.