Posterior disp fx of sternal end of left clavicle, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a past fracture of the sternal end of the left clavicle, where the bone fragments were displaced posteriorly. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is still experiencing residual problems directly attributable to that specific fracture.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with ongoing symptoms or conditions (e.g., pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, deformity) that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained posterior displaced fracture of the sternal end of the left clavicle. It should be used after the acute phase of the injury has passed and the patient is receiving treatment for the sequela.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical posterior displaced fracture of the sternal end of the left clavicle.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character is appropriate, indicating a sequela, rather than an active treatment encounter for the initial fracture.