Nondisp spiral fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thD

Nondisplaced spiral fracture of shaft of radius, left arm, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a left radius shaft fracture that is spiral in nature and has not shifted from its original position. The fracture is currently undergoing routine healing without complications, and the skin remains intact over the injury site.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a patient is being monitored for a previously diagnosed closed, nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left radial shaft that is healing as expected. This includes routine cast checks, follow-up X-rays showing callus formation, or physical therapy evaluations during the healing phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "left arm" and "shaft" of the radius.
Verify the fracture is explicitly stated as "nondisplaced" and "spiral."
Confirm the encounter is for "subsequent" care and "routine healing" of a "closed fracture."

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.345Nondisplaced spiral fracture of shaft of radius, left arm

S52.345D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9 V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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