Displ oblique fx shaft of humer, l arm, 7thP

This code signifies a left upper arm bone fracture, specifically an oblique break in the shaft of the humerus, which has healed improperly (malunion). The "displaced" aspect indicates the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment at the time of the fracture.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a previously sustained oblique humeral shaft fracture on the left side that has healed in a misaligned position. This includes follow-up visits for ongoing management, evaluation of the malunion, or planning for corrective procedures.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" for accurate code selection.
• Verify the laterality (left arm) and the specific fracture type (oblique, shaft of humerus).
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after the initial treatment phase.