Asked by Rheagan Whitefield on Jul 08, 2024
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What is the correct code for a patient with a Salter-Harris type I physeal fracture of the upper end of the right femur being seen today for a recheck of the healing fracture?
A) S79.011A
B) S79.011D
C) S79.011G
D) S79.011K
Salter-Harris Type
A classification system used to describe fractures involving the growth plate (physis) in children.
Physeal Fracture
A break in the growth plate of a bone, typically seen in children and adolescents.
Upper End
Refers to the topmost or highest part of something.
- Comprehend the categorization and encoding of bone fractures.
Verified Answer
YP
Yuvraj PatelJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The correct code is S79.011D (Other closed fracture of upper end of right femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing).
Salter-Harris type I physeal fracture refers to a fracture through the growth plate and upper end of the femur is the correct location. The fact that the patient is being seen for a recheck indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing.
Salter-Harris type I physeal fracture refers to a fracture through the growth plate and upper end of the femur is the correct location. The fact that the patient is being seen for a recheck indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the categorization and encoding of bone fractures.