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

This code describes a fracture of the olecranon process (the bony prominence of the elbow) on the left ulna that extends into the joint space. The fracture is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment, but has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. This code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the closed fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously treated, closed left olecranon fracture that has healed in a misaligned position. This applies to encounters where the malunion is the primary focus of the visit, such as for pain management, functional assessment, or consideration of corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left ulna" and "olecranon process with intraarticular extension."
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that the fracture is "closed" and has resulted in a "malunion."
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.