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

This code signifies a chronic or late effect of a fracture involving the lower end of the right femur. Specifically, it indicates a supracondylar fracture that extends into the condyles, which has healed but is now causing ongoing issues or complications. These sequelae can include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or post-traumatic arthritis.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for a long-term complication or residual effect directly attributable to a previously sustained displaced supracondylar fracture with intracondylar extension of the right femur. This would include follow-up visits for chronic pain management, physical therapy for persistent functional deficits, or evaluation for surgical intervention due to malunion or nonunion. It should be used after the initial healing phase of the acute fracture.

• Always use this "S" (sequela) seventh character for conditions that are late effects of the original injury, not for the initial acute treatment.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous supracondylar fracture of the right femur.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae, such as M25.551 for chronic right knee pain or M24.551 for contracture of the right knee, if applicable.