Displ suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn lower end r femur, sqla

This code describes a fracture located above the condyles of the right femur, specifically at its lower end, which has shifted from its normal anatomical position. Importantly, the fracture line does not extend into the joint surface between the condyles. This particular code indicates that the condition being treated is a late effect or complication of the original injury.

Use this code when documenting and billing for the long-term consequences, complications, or residual conditions stemming from a previously sustained displaced supracondylar fracture of the lower right femur without intracondylar extension. This applies to situations such as chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, or functional limitations directly attributable to the past fracture, after the initial healing phase has concluded.

• Assign this "S" (sequela) code only for conditions that are residual effects of a past fracture, not for the initial acute treatment.
• Always sequence this sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific residual condition(s) being treated (e.g., M25.551 for chronic right knee pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous supracondylar fracture of the right femur.