S72.471K
ICD-10-CMTorus fracture of lower end of right femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
This code describes a buckle fracture, also known as a torus fracture, affecting the lower portion of the right thigh bone. Specifically, it indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this fracture, and the bone has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion.
Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the distal right femur who is experiencing a nonunion. This would be used for encounters related to managing the ongoing nonunion, such as further imaging, consultations for surgical intervention, or conservative management attempts.
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