Nondisp fx of med condyle of unsp femr, 7thC

This code signifies a fracture of the inner portion of the lower thigh bone (femur) that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. The fracture is exposed to the outside environment through a significant wound, indicating a high-energy injury with substantial soft tissue damage.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an open medial condyle femoral fracture classified as Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This includes situations requiring debridement, irrigation, and initial stabilization of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and the "medial condyle" of the femur.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for open fractures is explicitly stated in the medical record.
• This "C" encounter code is only for the initial treatment phase; subsequent care will require different encounter characters.