Displ osteochon fx l patella, 7thF

This code signifies a specific type of knee injury involving a displaced fracture of the cartilage and underlying bone of the left kneecap. It indicates that the patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment for an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and the fracture was severe (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), with the bone healing as expected.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent care for a patient who previously sustained a severe open osteochondral fracture of the left patella. It should be used when the fracture is healing routinely, and the encounter is for ongoing management, such as cast changes, wound care, or follow-up imaging to monitor healing progress.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left patella" and "displaced osteochondral fracture."
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and that the original fracture was an open Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm routine healing is documented; do not use for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.