Sltr-haris Type III physl fx upper end humer, unsp arm, 7thD

This code describes a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) affecting the top part of the humerus bone in a child or adolescent, where the arm involved is not specified. It indicates that the patient is in the healing phase following the initial injury, and the fracture is progressing as expected without complications.

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the proximal humerus, and the physician documents routine healing. This applies to situations like cast changes, follow-up X-rays showing good alignment and callus formation, or physical therapy visits during the uncomplicated recovery period.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for this specific fracture type.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed a Salter-Harris Type III; other types (I, II, IV, V) have different codes.
• If the healing is delayed, nonunion, or malunion, a different subsequent encounter code reflecting the complication should be selected.