Nondisp longitud fx r patella, 7thJ

Nondisplaced longitudinal fracture of right patella, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture of the right kneecap that runs lengthwise, where the bone has broken through the skin (an open fracture of severe type). The patient is in a later stage of recovery, and the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a right patellar longitudinal fracture that was initially open (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now experiencing delayed union. This indicates ongoing management for a complicated healing process.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "longitudinal" for the right patella.
Verify the original injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the current encounter is for delayed healing, not initial treatment or routine follow-up without complications.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S82.024Nondisplaced longitudinal fracture of right patella

S82.024J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.16ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S82Fracture of lower leg, including ankle S82.0Fracture of patella S82.00Unspecified fracture of patella S82.001Unspecified fracture of right patella S82.001AUnsp fracture of right patella, init for clos fx