Nondisp oblique fracture of shaft of right ulna, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving a break in the shaft of the right ulna bone, specifically an oblique fracture that was not displaced at the time of the original injury. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used to report a condition or complication that is a direct result of the initial fracture, even if the fracture itself has healed.

This code is appropriate when documenting a current condition or symptom that is a long-term consequence of a previously sustained nondisplaced oblique fracture of the right ulnar shaft. Examples include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or other persistent issues directly attributable to the old fracture. It should not be used for the initial encounter of the acute fracture.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion) being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past right ulnar shaft fracture.
• Do not use this code for active treatment of the acute fracture; use the appropriate acute fracture code for that scenario.