Oth fracture of shaft of right ulna, init for clos fx

This code signifies a fracture of the main part (shaft) of the right ulna that is not further specified as a greenstick, transverse, oblique, or spiral fracture. The skin over the fracture site remains intact, and this is the initial treatment encounter for the injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, closed fracture of the right ulnar shaft where the specific fracture type (e.g., greenstick, transverse) is not documented. This applies to the initial visit for treatment, such as casting or surgical repair.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right ulna" and "shaft" to differentiate from other forearm bones or ulnar locations.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" and that this is the "initial encounter" for treatment.
• If the specific fracture type (e.g., transverse, oblique) is documented, a more specific code within the S52.2 category should be used.