Nondisp fx of body of scapula, l shldr, 7thP

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the main part of the left shoulder blade that has healed improperly, resulting in a deformity. The fracture itself was not displaced at the time of initial injury. This encounter is for ongoing management of the malunion.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, evaluation, or treatment of a left scapular body fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory alignment. This includes situations where the malunion is causing pain, functional limitation, or requires further intervention such as corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left shoulder.
• Verify the fracture was of the "body" of the scapula, not the neck or other processes.
• This "P" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with malunion, not initial care or routine healing.