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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Left Femur

ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Left Femur

S72.142D
M80.052A

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for fracture of left femur includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Left Femur Fracture
Left Hip Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Left Femur

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Left Femur

Use ICD-10 code S72.142D for displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

Billable Code
S72.142D
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Intertrochanteric fracture confirmed by imaging
documentation:
  • • Routine healing documented

Applicable To

  • • Intertrochanteric fracture of left femur

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies intertrochanteric location and healing status.

Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, left femur

Billable Code
M80.052A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • DXA scan showing T-score ≤-2.5
documentation:
  • • Documentation of fragility fracture mechanism

Applicable To

  • • Pathological fracture due to osteoporosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure osteoporosis is confirmed by imaging.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z87.81

Personal history of (healed) traumatic fracture

Use to indicate a history of fractures.

Z79.52

Long-term (current) use of bisphosphonates

Use to indicate ongoing osteoporosis treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a left femur fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a displaced intertrochanteric fracture of the left femur is S72.142D, used for subsequent encounters with routine healing.

How do you document a left femur fracture?

Document the fracture type, location, laterality, and healing status. Include imaging results and any relevant clinical findings.

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