Nondisp osteochon fx l patella, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who previously sustained a fracture involving both bone and cartilage of the left kneecap, where the fractured pieces remain in their normal anatomical position. The fracture is currently healing as expected without complications, and the skin over the fracture site is intact.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters (e.g., follow-up appointments, cast changes, physical therapy sessions) for a left patellar osteochondral fracture that was initially nondisplaced and is now demonstrating routine healing. It should be used when the patient is no longer in the initial acute phase of treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left patella" for accurate code assignment.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture healing routinely.
• Confirm the fracture is closed (skin intact) and healing without complications like delayed union or nonunion.