Nondisp commnt fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thK

Nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of radius, left arm, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the main part (shaft) of the left radius bone that has broken into multiple pieces but remains in its natural alignment. The fracture is not healing as expected (nonunion) and the patient is presenting for follow-up care, with the skin over the fracture remaining intact.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced comminuted fracture of the left radial shaft is being treated for a nonunion. This includes visits for cast changes, imaging to assess nonunion progression, or discussions regarding further intervention for the nonunion, provided the fracture is still closed.

💡Coding Tips

Requires a seventh character of 'K' for subsequent encounter with nonunion of a closed fracture.
Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced," "comminuted," "shaft of radius," and "left arm" for accurate code assignment.
Distinguish from malunion (S52.355M) or routine healing (S52.355D, S52.355P).

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.355Nondisp comminuted fracture of shaft of radius, left arm

S52.355K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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