Disp fx of low epiphy (separation) of unsp femr, 7thM

This code describes a situation where the growth plate at the bottom of an unspecified femur has fractured and the bone fragments are not properly aligned. This specific instance refers to an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) of either Type I or II, and the fracture is failing to heal properly after initial treatment.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously treated open Type I or II fracture of the lower femoral epiphysis is experiencing nonunion. This indicates that the fracture has not healed within the expected timeframe and further intervention or management is required.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the open fracture type (I or II).
• Verify that the encounter is subsequent to initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture location is the lower epiphysis of the femur, and laterality is unspecified.