Nondisp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl extn low end l femr, 7thM

This code signifies a fracture of the lower part of the left thigh bone, specifically above the knee joint, that is not displaced and does not extend into the joint itself. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this injury, which was initially an open fracture (Type I or II), and the bone fragments are failing to heal properly.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters of a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced supracondylar fracture of the left femur that was initially an open fracture. This code is appropriate when the fracture is demonstrating nonunion, meaning the bone is not healing as expected after the initial treatment. It would be used for ongoing management, such as repeat imaging, surgical intervention for nonunion, or conservative treatment for delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" femur and "nondisplaced" supracondylar fracture without intracondylar extension.
• Verify the initial fracture was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current encounter addresses "nonunion."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.