Unspecified fracture of upper end of right radius, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previous, unspecified fracture of the upper portion of the right radius. This could include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or other persistent issues directly attributable to the original injury. The specific nature of the original fracture is not documented.

Apply this code when a patient presents for treatment of a current condition that is a direct consequence of an old, unspecified fracture of the proximal right radius. This is appropriate when the initial acute injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience related problems. It should be used when the specific type of fracture (e.g., head, neck) was not documented at the time of the original injury or is unknown.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M25.521 for pain in right elbow).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous unspecified fracture of the right radial upper end.
• Avoid using this code for acute or subacute fractures; it is strictly for sequelae.