Fracture of manubrium, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture of the manubrium, the upper part of the sternum. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing issues directly attributable to the healed or healing manubrial fracture, rather than the acute injury itself.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, or other persistent structural or functional impairments directly resulting from a manubrial fracture that occurred in the past. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the initial acute treatment phase has concluded.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior manubrial fracture.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should be used for complications or conditions arising after the acute phase of the injury.