Nondisp transverse fx shaft of unsp ulna, 7thF

Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of unspecified ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a break across the shaft of the ulna bone, which is not displaced. The initial injury was an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and it was classified as a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The fracture is currently healing without complications.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transverse ulnar shaft open fracture (type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is presenting for routine follow-up care. This includes appointments where the physician is monitoring the healing process and there are no signs of delayed healing, nonunion, or other complications.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies a transverse fracture of the ulnar shaft and confirms it is nondisplaced.
Verify the initial injury was an open fracture classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Only use this code for subsequent encounters where healing is routine; use different codes for delayed healing or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.226Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of unsp ulna

S52.226F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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