Nondisp fx of olecran pro w/o intartic extn r ulna, 7thQ

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a patient who previously sustained a non-displaced fracture of the olecranon process (the bony tip of the elbow) in the right ulna, which did not extend into the joint. The initial injury was an open fracture classified as Type I or II, and the current encounter addresses a malunion of this fracture.

Use this code when documenting subsequent care for a right olecranon fracture that was initially open (Type I or II) and is now healing in a misaligned position. This would apply to office visits, follow-up imaging, or other interventions related to the malunion after the initial treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right ulna" and "nondisplaced" without intraarticular extension.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current issue is "malunion."
• This "Q" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with malunion, not initial treatment or routine healing.