Sltr-haris Type III physl fx upper end humer, left arm, 7thK

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture in the upper part of the left humerus, where the fracture line extends through the epiphysis and physis. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the fracture has failed to heal properly.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the proximal left humerus, and medical imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the bone fragments have not united. This would be used for encounters related to managing the nonunion, such as planning for revision surgery or ongoing conservative management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" humerus and "Salter-Harris Type III" to support this code.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with nonunion; verify the encounter type.
• Differentiate from malunion (P) or routine healing (D) encounters.