Displ commnt fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thG

Displaced comminuted fracture of shaft of humerus, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a complex break in the main part of the upper arm bone (humerus) that has shattered into multiple pieces and is no longer in its proper alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a comminuted, displaced humeral shaft fracture, and the physician documents delayed union or non-progression of healing. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial treatment of the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology for a subsequent encounter.
Verify the fracture is specifically of the humeral shaft, not the head, neck, or condyle.
Confirm the fracture is described as both "displaced" and "comminuted."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.353Displaced comminuted fracture of shaft of humerus, unsp arm

S42.353G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.11ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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