Sltr-haris Type II physl fx upr end humer, unsp arm, 7thP

Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of upper end of humerus, unspecified arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type II) occurring at the top of the humerus bone. The fracture has previously been treated but has healed in an unsatisfactory position (malunion), and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue. The affected arm is not specified.

🎯When to Use

Use this code when a patient is seen for continued management or evaluation of a Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of the proximal humerus that has resulted in malunion. This applies to encounters after the initial treatment, where the focus is on addressing the consequences of the improper healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture type.
Verify the fracture is indeed Salter-Harris Type II and located at the upper end of the humerus.
Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S49.029Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx upper end of humerus, unsp arm

S49.029P(current)

Crosswalks

733.81ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S49Other and unspecified injuries of shoulder and upper arm S49.0Physeal fracture of upper end of humerus S49.00Unspecified physeal fracture of upper end of humerus S49.001Unsp physeal fracture of upper end of humerus, right arm S49.001A