Unsp fx lower end of l humerus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture affecting the distal portion of the left humerus, where the specific type of fracture (e.g., supracondylar, intercondylar) is not documented. The patient is in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of an unspecified fracture of the lower end of the left humerus, and the physician explicitly documents delayed healing. This would include scenarios such as continued pain, swelling, or radiographic evidence indicating a slower-than-normal healing process during a subsequent visit.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture location is the lower end of the left humerus and the specific type is not identified.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.