Nondisp fx of glenoid cav of scapula, unsp shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a nondisplaced fracture of the glenoid cavity, the socket portion of the shoulder blade, in an unspecified shoulder. The initial injury was a break that did not cause significant displacement of the bone fragments. "Sequela" indicates that this code is used for complications or conditions arising directly from the initial fracture, even after the acute phase of healing has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term effects, complications, or chronic pain directly attributable to a previously sustained, nondisplaced glenoid cavity fracture of an unspecified shoulder. This applies when the acute fracture has already been treated and the patient is now experiencing a residual problem. It is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing ongoing issues related to the old injury.

• Always assign a sequela code (ending in "S") as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific complication or condition being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced glenoid fracture.
• Verify that the laterality (left or right shoulder) was not specified in the original injury documentation if using the "unspecified shoulder" option.