Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l ulna, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the left ulna that runs diagonally across the bone, without any significant displacement of the bone fragments. The fracture is in a healing phase, but the bone has not aligned perfectly, resulting in a malunion. This indicates a complication of fracture healing where the bone has united in an unsatisfactory position.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose left ulnar shaft fracture, initially nondisplaced and oblique, has healed in an abnormal alignment. This applies to situations where the malunion is being monitored or managed, rather than the initial treatment of the acute fracture. It is appropriate for subsequent encounters after the initial fracture care.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left ulna and oblique fracture type.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the malunion, not the initial fracture treatment.
• Always check for laterality (left vs. right) and the specific bone involved.