Displaced spiral fx shaft of humerus, right arm, sequela

This code describes a long-term complication or late effect arising from a previously sustained spiral fracture of the shaft of the right humerus, where the bone fragments were not in their normal anatomical alignment at the time of the initial injury. This could encompass conditions such as malunion, nonunion, chronic pain, or functional impairment directly attributable to the original fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting for treatment of a current condition that is a direct consequence of a past displaced spiral fracture of the right humeral shaft. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing residual issues, chronic pain, or complications that manifest after the initial healing period of the fracture.

• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by codes for the specific condition(s) resulting from the sequela (e.g., malunion, chronic pain).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced spiral fracture of the right humerus.
• Do not use this code for initial or subsequent encounters for active treatment of the acute fracture; those require codes from the initial healing phase.