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

This code signifies a left humerus shaft fracture that is spiral in nature, has shifted from its normal alignment (displaced), and is currently in a healing phase where the bone fragments are joining in an abnormal position (malunion). This indicates a follow-up visit for a previously diagnosed and treated fracture that is not healing correctly.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where a patient presents with a known left humeral shaft spiral fracture that is now complicated by malunion. This would be used during follow-up appointments for monitoring, planning further intervention, or managing symptoms related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left arm" and "spiral fracture" of the humerus shaft.
• Verify that the encounter is "subsequent" and that "malunion" is explicitly documented as the current healing status.
• Do not use this code for initial fracture treatment or for nonunion, which is a distinct complication.