Nondisp fx of low epiphy (separation) of l femr, 7thR

This code describes a fracture of the growth plate at the bottom of the left thigh bone that is not out of alignment. It specifically indicates a follow-up visit for a severe open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) that is healing incorrectly.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management of a previously sustained nondisplaced lower femoral epiphyseal fracture on the left side. The original injury was a Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC open fracture, and the current encounter addresses complications related to malunion. This would apply to scenarios such as follow-up imaging, physical therapy, or surgical planning for corrective procedures due to the bone healing in an abnormal position.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "nondisplaced" epiphyseal fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and that "malunion" is explicitly documented as the reason for the visit or a significant finding.
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC; this specific detail is crucial for code selection.