Disp fx of olecran pro w intartic extn l ulna, 7thN

This code signifies a left elbow fracture involving the olecranon process, which has extended into the joint space and is displaced. The fracture is an open fracture of severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and has failed to heal properly, indicating a nonunion. This code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the fracture.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for a nonunion of a previously diagnosed displaced, intraarticular, open (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) olecranon fracture of the left ulna. This would include scenarios such as follow-up appointments for ongoing management of the nonunion, evaluation for revision surgery, or monitoring of bone graft healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the "subsequent encounter" for this specific fracture type.
• Verify the laterality (left ulna) and the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) are explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the fracture or for routine follow-up of a healing fracture without nonunion.