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

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a fracture of the lower part of the femur, specifically above the condyles, that has not healed properly (nonunion). The fracture was initially an open fracture of type I or II, meaning there was a break in the skin communicating with the fracture, and the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical position.

Use this code for a patient who is returning for ongoing management of a previously treated open supracondylar femoral fracture (Type I or II) that has failed to unite. This applies when the fracture was initially nondisplaced and did not extend into the knee joint. This code is appropriate for encounters where the nonunion is being addressed, such as for further imaging, surgical planning, or conservative management of the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "nonunion" for an open fracture type I or II.
• Verify the fracture is supracondylar, nondisplaced, and without intracondylar extension.
• Confirm the laterality (unspecified in this code) is appropriate if not documented.