Displ osteochon fx unsp patella, 7thF

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient who previously sustained an osteochondral fracture of the patella, where the bone fragments were out of alignment. The initial injury involved an open fracture, specifically a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), and the fracture is now healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for subsequent visits when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a displaced, open patellar osteochondral fracture that was initially classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is currently demonstrating routine healing. This would include appointments for cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or routine follow-up X-rays during the healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing."
• Verify the original fracture was an open patellar osteochondral fracture, specifically Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Do not use for initial treatment or if healing is delayed or complicated.