Oth fx shaft of unsp ulna, 7thH

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the ulna bone (forearm) that is not otherwise specified, where the skin was broken at the time of injury (an open fracture, specifically Type I or II). The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters when a patient with an open ulnar shaft fracture (Type I or II) is experiencing delayed union. This indicates ongoing management for a fracture that has not yet fully consolidated. It is used after the initial treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture (Type I or II) and explicitly states delayed healing.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial injury.
• Verify the fracture location is the shaft of the ulna and not another part of the bone.