Nondisp transverse fx shaft of l ulna, 7thE

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a transverse fracture in the shaft of their left ulna. The fracture is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment, and it was an open fracture (Type I or II) that is now healing without complications.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when monitoring the healing of a non-displaced, transverse, open (Type I or II) fracture of the left ulnar shaft. This applies when the healing process is progressing as expected, and no complications or delayed healing are noted.

• Ensure the encounter is for follow-up care, not initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the left ulna shaft and is transverse and nondisplaced.
• Confirm the original injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II.