Displ suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end r femr, 7thH

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the lower end of the right femur, specifically above the condyles and without involvement of the joint surface. It indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture of type I or II, and the patient is now in a phase of treatment where the healing process is slower than expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed open supracondylar femoral fracture (Type I or II) on the right side, where the fracture fragments are not in their anatomical position and there is documented delayed healing. This applies when the patient is receiving ongoing care, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or medication management, due to the slow healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right femur" and "supracondylar" without intracondylar extension.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly stated by the provider.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.