Oth fx low end unsp femr, 7thH

Other fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for open fracture type I or II with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture located in the lower portion of the femur, not otherwise specified, that has broken through the skin (open fracture type I or II). The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed open fracture of the distal femur is experiencing delayed union. It should be used when the fracture type is I or II and the specific location on the lower end of the femur is not further detailed in the documentation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" and "subsequent encounter."
Verify the open fracture type is documented as I or II.
Confirm the fracture is located at the lower end of the femur, and no further specificity is provided.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S72.499Other fracture of lower end of unspecified femur

S72.499H(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