Disp fx of lateral condyle of r femr, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the outer bony prominence at the lower end of the right thigh bone that has shifted out of alignment. Importantly, the fracture has not healed properly, indicating a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care after initial treatment, with the skin over the fracture site remaining intact.

This code is appropriate for documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of a previously treated, but unhealed, displaced lateral condylar fracture of the right femur. This would include scenarios such as follow-up appointments for monitoring nonunion, planning for revision surgery, or managing complications related to the nonunion, provided the fracture is closed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "right femur" and "lateral condyle."
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and the fracture is "closed" (no open wound communicating with the fracture).
• Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures that have healed or are in the process of routine healing.