Nondisp suprcndl fx w intrcndl extn low end unsp femr, 7thJ

Nondisplaced supracondylar fracture with intracondylar extension of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a fracture of the lower part of the femur, specifically above the condyles but extending into them, that is not displaced. It indicates a follow-up visit for an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is experiencing delayed healing. The fracture location is unspecified regarding laterality.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, non-displaced supracondylar fracture with intracondylar extension of the distal femur (open type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is presenting for ongoing management due to delayed healing. This would include follow-up appointments for wound care, imaging to assess healing progress, or adjustments to treatment plans related to the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Verify the fracture is indeed supracondylar with intracondylar extension and nondisplaced.
This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.466Nondisp suprcndl fx w intrcndl extn lower end of unsp femur

S72.466J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.15ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S72Fracture of femur S72.0Fracture of head and neck of femur S72.00Fracture of unspecified part of neck of femur S72.001Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur S72.001AFracture of unsp part of neck of right femur, init