Unsp fracture of right femur, subs for clos fx w malunion

This code signifies a right femur fracture that was not specified as to type (e.g., transverse, oblique, spiral) and is currently being treated for a malunion. A malunion indicates that the bone has healed, but in an unsatisfactory or deformed position. This code is used during a follow-up encounter after the initial treatment of the closed fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management or evaluation of a right femur fracture that has healed incorrectly. This applies when the original fracture was closed (skin intact) and the specific type of fracture was not documented. This code is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial fracture care.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the right femur.
• Verify the encounter is subsequent to the initial fracture treatment.
• Do not use for nonunion, which indicates the fracture has not healed at all.