Torus fx lower end of left femur, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a buckle fracture, or torus fracture, affecting the lower portion of the left thigh bone. This type of fracture is characterized by a compression injury that causes the bone cortex to buckle rather than break completely, and this specific code indicates the patient is in a routine healing phase following the initial injury.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the distal left femur, and the fracture is progressing through an expected healing trajectory without complications. This would be appropriate for subsequent office visits, cast changes, or imaging studies performed during the routine healing period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "lower end" or "distal" to support this specific code.
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent visit and that healing is described as "routine" or "uncomplicated."
• Do not use for initial treatment or if the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.