Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of l humer, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the outer bony prominence at the elbow end of the left upper arm bone that has not healed properly and remains separated. The bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment, but the healing process has stalled, leading to a nonunion. This indicates a persistent lack of bone bridging across the fracture site after the expected healing time.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced lateral condyle fracture of the left humerus, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has failed to unite. This is appropriate for subsequent visits where the nonunion is the primary focus of treatment or evaluation, such as for surgical intervention planning or ongoing conservative management of the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "left humerus" and "lateral condyle."
• Verify that the fracture was initially "nondisplaced" and that this is a "subsequent encounter."
• Do not use this code for initial fracture treatment or for malunion, which is a different complication.