Fx l shoulder girdle, part unsp, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the left shoulder girdle where the specific bone involved is not documented. The patient is in the healing phase, but the fracture is not progressing as expected, indicating delayed union. This diagnosis is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the delayed healing of the fracture.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a left shoulder girdle fracture (site unspecified) that is exhibiting delayed healing. This includes situations where the patient is undergoing repeat imaging, physical therapy, or other interventions specifically aimed at promoting union of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for the fracture.
• Verify the encounter is subsequent, not initial, for the fracture.
• Confirm the laterality is specified as "left" and the specific bone is indeed "unspecified."