Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l femr, 7thQ

This code describes a situation where a patient has a fracture of the outer part of the lower end of their left thigh bone that is not out of alignment. This specific encounter is for ongoing treatment of a fracture that was initially open (skin broken) and has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced lateral condyle fracture of the left femur, where the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and the bone has healed in an abnormal position. This would be used for subsequent visits after the initial treatment, such as for physical therapy, cast changes, or monitoring of the malunion.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "left femur" for laterality and displacement.
• Verify the original fracture was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented.
• This "Q" encounter code is used for sequelae or ongoing care after the initial healing phase.