Displ transverse fx unsp patella, 7thG

This code describes a situation where a patient has a transverse fracture of the kneecap, but the specific patella (left or right) is not documented. This particular encounter is for follow-up care of the closed fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a transverse patellar fracture that was initially treated non-surgically or has been reduced, and the physician notes delayed union or healing. This applies when the laterality of the patella is not specified in the medical record.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for the fracture.
• Verify that the fracture is indeed transverse and that laterality is unspecified.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.