Unsp fx shaft of l ulna, 7thF

This code signifies an unspecified fracture of the shaft of the left ulna that was initially an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is now in the subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed open fracture (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the left ulnar shaft. This is appropriate when the physician indicates routine healing is occurring during the subsequent encounter.

• Ensure documentation specifies the left ulna and confirms the initial injury was an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the physician's assessment indicates routine healing to differentiate from delayed or nonunion healing.