Displ commnt fx unsp patella, 7thF

This code signifies a complex patellar fracture that has broken into multiple pieces and is no longer in its normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the bone has broken through the skin, and is being managed during a subsequent visit for routine healing.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced comminuted open patellar fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is healing as expected. This would include visits for wound checks, cast changes, or physical therapy during the routine healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as both "displaced" and "comminuted."