Displ transverse fx shaft of r ulna, 7thR

This code signifies a transverse fracture of the shaft of the right ulna that has healed incorrectly (malunion) following an initial injury. The original fracture was an open fracture, classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and bone exposure. This specific code is used during follow-up care for this complicated healing process.

Use this code for patients presenting for ongoing management of a malunited transverse fracture of the right ulnar shaft, where the initial injury was a severe open fracture. This applies to subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture, when the malunion is being addressed or monitored.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "right ulna" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, as this impacts the specificity of the code.
• This "R" encounter code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the fracture, not for the initial injury itself.