Nondisp longitud fx r patella, subs for clos fx w routn heal

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture of the right kneecap that runs lengthwise and has not shifted out of alignment. At this encounter, the fracture is being managed as a closed injury and is progressing with expected healing.

Use this code for subsequent encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced longitudinal fracture of the right patella. This applies when the fracture remains closed and is healing without complications, such as during cast changes, follow-up X-rays to monitor healing, or routine physical therapy sessions.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "longitudinal" for the right patella.
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and the fracture is healing "routinely" without complications.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.