Oth physeal fx lower end of humerus, left arm, sequela

This code describes a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) at the distal end of the left humerus, which is not otherwise specified as a Salter-Harris type. It indicates that the fracture has resulted in a long-term complication or late effect.

This code is appropriate for documenting residual problems or conditions arising from a previously healed or treated physeal fracture of the lower left humerus. Examples include growth arrest, angular deformity, or chronic pain directly attributable to the past injury. It should be used in conjunction with a code for the specific sequela being treated.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning a complication or condition arising as a direct result of the initial injury.
• Always sequence the sequela code first, followed by the code for the specific condition or complication being treated.
• Do not use for initial encounters or subsequent encounters for active treatment of the acute fracture.