Displ transverse fx l patella, 7thH

This code describes a fracture of the kneecap on the left side that has broken completely across (transverse) and the bone fragments are no longer aligned. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of either Type I or Type II severity, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

This code is used for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed displaced transverse fracture of the left patella that was initially an open fracture. It is appropriate when the fracture is not healing at the anticipated rate, requiring continued medical management.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" patella and "displaced" transverse fracture.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly documented.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.