Disp fx of lateral condyle of unsp femr, 7thK

Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the lateral condyle of the femur that has not healed properly (nonunion). It is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific type of closed fracture.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting for subsequent treatment of a previously diagnosed closed lateral femoral condyle fracture where nonunion has been identified. This includes scenarios such as follow-up appointments for monitoring, cast changes, or preparation for further intervention due to the nonunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" for a closed fracture.
Verify the fracture site is the lateral condyle of the femur.
Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.423Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of unspecified femur

S72.423K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init