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

This code describes a situation where a patient has a malunion of a previously sustained nondisplaced supracondylar fracture of the lower end of the left femur, which was an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The fracture did not extend into the condyles. Malunion indicates that the bone has healed in an unsatisfactory position, potentially leading to functional impairment.

This code is used when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care or treatment related to a malunion of a previously treated open supracondylar femoral fracture on the left side. This applies specifically when the initial fracture was nondisplaced, did not involve the condyles, and was classified as an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. It is appropriate for encounters addressing the complications of this malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" as the reason for the encounter, not just a healing fracture.
• Verify the laterality (left femur) and the absence of intracondylar extension.
• Confirm the original fracture was an open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.