Displ commnt fx unsp patella, 7thE

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the patella that is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal alignment. It specifically applies to an open fracture (Type I or II) that is currently in a subsequent encounter phase, indicating the initial treatment has occurred and the fracture is now healing routinely.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced comminuted open patellar fracture (Type I or II) that is healing without complications. This would include situations like cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy sessions during the routine healing period.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "displaced" and "comminuted" for the patellar fracture.
• Verify the fracture was initially an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current encounter is for "routine healing."
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or if the healing is complicated (e.g., delayed union, nonunion, malunion).