Sltr-haris Type I physl fx upr end l femr, 7thD

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type I fracture affecting the growth plate at the upper end of the left femur. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of the left proximal femur is being monitored for normal healing. It should be used when the fracture is progressing as expected, and no complications or delayed healing are noted.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" femur and "Salter-Harris Type I" for accurate coding.
• Confirm the encounter is for "subsequent" care and "routine healing" is documented.
• Do not use for initial encounters or if complications like malunion or nonunion are present.