Nondisp commnt fx unsp patella, 7thD

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the patella that has not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their anatomical position. It indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this specific fracture, and the fracture is healing routinely without complications under closed treatment.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced comminuted patellar fracture is receiving ongoing care. It applies when the fracture is being managed non-surgically (closed treatment) and is progressing as expected towards healing.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the patellar fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment.
• Confirm that the healing process is routine and not complicated by delayed union, nonunion, or malunion.