Oth physeal fx upper end of humerus, unsp arm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a fracture of the growth plate at the top of the humerus. The specific type of physeal fracture is not detailed, and the affected arm is also unspecified. This diagnosis indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but residual issues related to the fracture persist.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing problems, such as chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or growth disturbance, directly attributable to a previously sustained physeal fracture of the proximal humerus. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the fracture has passed, and the current encounter addresses the lasting consequences.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific sequela (e.g., M25.51_ for pain, M21.0_ for deformity).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior physeal fracture of the upper humerus.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the patient is seen for complications or conditions arising directly from a resolved injury.