Nondisp spiral fx shaft of ulna, r arm, 7thH

This code describes a right ulna shaft fracture that is nondisplaced and has a spiral pattern. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now in a subsequent phase of treatment, experiencing delayed healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously treated open spiral fracture of the right ulnar shaft is presenting with evidence of delayed bone healing. This would apply after initial definitive treatment, but before full union has been achieved.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral" fracture morphology of the ulna shaft.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current encounter is for "delayed healing."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.