Nondisp fx of olecran pro w intartic extn l ulna, 7thF

Nondisplaced fracture of olecranon process with intraarticular extension of left ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-displaced fracture of the olecranon, the bony prominence of the elbow, which extends into the joint space. Specifically, it indicates an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the left ulna that is currently undergoing routine healing during a subsequent encounter.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient is recovering from a severe open olecranon fracture of the left arm, and the fracture is healing as expected. It should be used after the initial treatment phase, when the fracture is stable and progressing towards union without complications.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Verify the fracture is non-displaced and involves the olecranon with intraarticular extension.
Confirm the laterality is left ulna; use a different code for the right or unspecified side.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.035Nondisp fx of olecran pro w intartic extension of left ulna

S52.035F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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