DocScrib
How it WorksPricingBlog
Sign InSign UpBook a Demo
DocScrib

AI-powered medical documentation platform streamlining healthcare workflows through intelligent transcription and clinical note generation.

Book a Demo

Product

  • Medical Templates
  • Pricing
  • Integrations
  • Security & Compliance

Resources

  • Blog
  • Documentation
  • Case Studies

Contact

  • support@docscrib.com
  • +1 (555) 123-4567
  • 123 Healthcare Blvd
    Medical District, CA 90210
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceCookie Policy
Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Right Femur Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Right Femur Fracture

S72.001A
S72.141A

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

Also Known as:
Right Hip Fracture
Right Thigh Bone Fracture
Join 10,000+ Happy Clinicians

The AI Medical Scribe for Happiest Clinicians

Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.

Start Free Trial
No credit card required•HIPAA compliant
Recording Controls
Start recording to see live transcription
Live Conversation - Try For Free!
Real-time transcription with automatic speaker identification

Ready to Record

Start recording to see live conversation transcription

Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Right Femur Fracture

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

Use ICD-10 code S72.001A for unspecified fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

Billable Code
S72.001A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of a closed fracture confirmed by imaging

Applicable To

  • • Closed fracture of right femoral neck

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality and fracture type are documented.

Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

Billable Code
S72.141A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • X-ray showing displaced fracture
  • • Documentation of intertrochanteric location

Applicable To

  • • Displaced fracture of right intertrochanteric region

Important Notes

  • • Ensure displacement and location are clearly documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M97.01XA

Periprosthetic fracture around right hip prosthesis

Use when the fracture is around a prosthetic joint.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The ICD-10 code for a right femur fracture varies based on specifics like location and type. Common codes include S72.001A for unspecified closed fractures and S72.141A for displaced intertrochanteric fractures.

How do you code a right femur fracture?

To code a right femur fracture, determine the fracture type, location, and encounter type. Use specific codes like S72.001A for closed fractures and ensure documentation supports the code choice.

Quick Navigation
All DiagnosesICD-10 Codes

Related Resources

How Medical Coding WorksBrowse All Codes