Displ suprcndl fx w intrcndl extn low end l femr, 7thG

Displaced supracondylar fracture with intracondylar extension of lower end of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the lower end of the left thigh bone, specifically above the condyles, which has also extended into the joint surface. The bone fragments are not properly aligned. This particular code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected, but the fracture has not been surgically opened for treatment.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up visit for a previously diagnosed displaced supracondylar fracture of the left femur with intracondylar extension. This code is appropriate when the fracture is being managed non-surgically (closed treatment) and the physician notes that healing is delayed. It would be used after the initial encounter for the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
Verify the fracture is of the left femur and includes both supracondylar and intracondylar components.
Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.462Displ suprcndl fracture w intrcndl extn lower end of l femur

S72.462G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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