Oth fracture of lower end of right femur, init for clos fx

This code signifies a fracture affecting the lower portion of the right thigh bone, excluding specific condylar or supracondylar fractures. It indicates that the skin over the fracture site remains intact (closed fracture) and that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this particular injury.

Apply this code when documenting an initial encounter for a non-specific fracture of the distal right femur, such as a comminuted or transverse fracture that doesn't fit more precise anatomical classifications. This is appropriate for patients presenting to the emergency department or orthopedic clinic for the first time with this injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the "right" femur and that the fracture is "closed."
• Verify that this is indeed the "initial encounter" for treatment; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.
• If a more specific fracture type (e.g., condylar, supracondylar) is documented, a more precise code should be selected.