Nondisp commnt fx shaft of ulna, l arm, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the left ulna bone that has broken into multiple pieces but remains in its normal anatomical position. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications, and the skin over the fracture site is intact.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent care for a patient with a previously diagnosed comminuted, nondisplaced fracture of the left ulnar shaft. This is appropriate for office visits, cast changes, or imaging reviews during the routine healing period of a closed fracture. It should be used after the initial treatment has been rendered.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the ulnar shaft.
• Verify the laterality is "left arm" and the encounter is for "subsequent care" with "routine healing."
• Do not use this code for initial treatment, malunion, nonunion, or delayed healing.