Nondisp transverse fx shaft of l rad, 7thJ

Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of left radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a transverse fracture of the shaft of the left radius that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment. This specific code is used during a follow-up visit for an open fracture (where the bone broke through the skin) of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transverse fracture of the left radial shaft, initially an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, is presenting for ongoing management due to delayed healing. This indicates the healing process is taking longer than expected.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse fracture of shaft of left radius."
Confirm the original injury was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC."
Verify the encounter is for "delayed healing" and not routine follow-up or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.325Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of left radius

S52.325J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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