Nondisp fx of med epicondyl of r humer, 7thD

Nondisplaced fracture (avulsion) of medial epicondyle of right humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the medial epicondyle on their right humerus. At this stage, the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where the patient is receiving routine follow-up care for a right medial epicondyle avulsion fracture. This includes appointments for cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or general check-ups during the normal healing period.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit, not the initial treatment.
Confirm the fracture is of the right humerus and specifically the medial epicondyle.
Verify documentation indicates "routine healing" or similar language for the healing stage.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.444Nondisp fx (avulsion) of medial epicondyle of right humerus

S42.444D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.11ApproxICD-9 V54.11ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S42Fracture of shoulder and upper arm S42.0Fracture of clavicle S42.00Fracture of unspecified part of clavicle S42.001Fracture of unspecified part of right clavicle