Sltr-haris Type III physl fx upper end humer, r arm, 7thP

This code identifies a specific growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) at the top of the right upper arm bone, where the fracture has healed incorrectly. This type of fracture involves both the growth plate and a portion of the epiphysis. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this previously treated fracture that has resulted in malunion.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing management or evaluation of a right proximal humeral Salter-Harris Type III fracture that has demonstrably healed in an anatomically incorrect position. This would include scenarios where surgical correction of the malunion is being planned or conservative management of the malunion is underway. Do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up of a healing fracture without malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture type is Salter-Harris Type III and the location is the upper end of the humerus.
• Confirm the laterality is explicitly "right arm" in the medical record.