Torus fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, sequela

This code signifies a torus, or buckle, fracture affecting the distal end of the femur that has healed, but the patient continues to experience residual effects or complications. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture where one side of the bone buckles upon itself without a complete break in the cortex. The "sequela" designation indicates that the fracture itself is no longer acute, but its long-term consequences are being addressed.

Use this code when documenting the treatment or evaluation of a patient experiencing ongoing problems directly attributable to a previously sustained torus fracture of the lower femur. This could include chronic pain, limited range of motion, deformity, or other persistent issues after the initial healing phase. It is appropriate for follow-up visits where the focus is on managing these long-term effects.

• Always ensure the medical record clearly documents the link between the current condition and the prior torus fracture of the distal femur.
• Do not use this code for acute torus fractures; instead, select an appropriate acute fracture code.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae (e.g., chronic pain, malunion) if further detail is needed and supported by documentation.