Oth fx shaft of l ulna, 7thF

Other fracture of shaft of left ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a fracture located in the mid-portion (shaft) of the left ulna, excluding specific types like Monteggia or Galeazzi. It indicates that the injury is an open fracture of a severe nature (Gustilo-Anderson types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is currently in a subsequent phase of care with an expected, uncomplicated healing process.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed open shaft fracture of the left ulna, specifically those classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This applies when the fracture is healing as anticipated, without complications such as delayed union or nonunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies the left ulna and an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment.
Verify that the physician's notes indicate routine healing, not delayed or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.292Other fracture of shaft of left ulna

S52.292F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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