Nondisp spiral fx shaft of ulna, unsp arm, 7thE

This code describes a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a spiral fracture of the ulna shaft, which means the bone broke in a twisting pattern. The fracture is "nondisplaced," indicating the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment. It was initially an open fracture (Type I or II), meaning the skin was broken, and is now healing routinely.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral ulna shaft fracture (initially open Type I or II) is being monitored for routine healing. This includes follow-up appointments for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations where the primary focus is on the ongoing, uncomplicated recovery of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft of ulna."
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is progressing "routinely."
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed union, nonunion, or malunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.