2025 ICD-10-CM code S72.035
(Valid) Effective Date: N/A Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes - Fracture of neck of femur 19 Feed
Nondisplaced midcervical fracture of left femur.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of the fracture and the need for diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.Specific requirements may vary by payer.
Diagnosis and treatment are the responsibility of healthcare providers, including orthopedic surgeons.Clinical evaluation involves physical examination, imaging (X-rays, CT, MRI), and possibly bone scans. Treatment ranges from conservative management (rest, immobilization) to surgical intervention (fracture fixation or joint replacement) depending on the specifics of each case.
In simple words: A break in the neck of the left thigh bone, without the broken pieces moving out of place.
A non-displaced fracture located in the mid-cervical region of the left femur. This indicates a break in the femoral neck without any significant displacement of the bone fragments.
Example 1: An elderly woman falls at home and sustains a nondisplaced midcervical fracture of her left femur., A young athlete suffers a sports-related injury resulting in a nondisplaced midcervical fracture of the left femur., A car accident victim presents with multiple injuries, including a nondisplaced midcervical fracture of the left femur.
Documentation should include details of the injury mechanism, physical examination findings (e.g., pain, swelling, deformity, range of motion), imaging results, and treatment plan.
- Specialties:Orthopedic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Trauma Surgery
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Emergency Room - Hospital, Office, Outpatient Hospital, etc. (depending on the treatment setting).