Disp fx of lateral condyle of l femr, 7thM

This code describes a situation where the outer bony prominence at the bottom of the left thigh bone has broken and the bone fragments are not properly aligned. This specific instance refers to a follow-up visit for a fracture that initially broke through the skin (Type I or II open fracture) and has failed to heal correctly.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously treated open fracture of the lateral condyle of the left femur that is now complicated by nonunion. This would apply during follow-up appointments, surgical revisions for nonunion, or other encounters addressing the persistent lack of healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "left" femur and "lateral condyle."
• Verify the initial fracture was documented as an "open fracture type I or II" and this is a "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use for initial encounters, closed fractures, or other types of malunion/delayed union.