Nondisp commnt fx shaft of ulna, r arm, 7thF

This code describes a comminuted fracture of the shaft of the right ulna that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates a subsequent encounter for an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, where the healing process is proceeding routinely without complications.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed and treated open comminuted fracture of the right ulnar shaft. This is appropriate when the fracture is nondisplaced and healing as expected, and the initial injury involved significant soft tissue damage or contamination (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC open fracture).

• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is specifically of the ulna shaft, is comminuted, and nondisplaced.
• Ensure documentation specifies the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and routine healing.