Torus fracture of lower end of left radius, sequela

This code signifies a buckle fracture of the distal portion of the left radius, specifically indicating a long-term complication or late effect stemming from the initial injury. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture where the bone cortex buckles but does not break completely, common in pediatric patients. The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used to report conditions that are the result of a previous injury.

Use this code when documenting a current condition or complication directly attributable to a previously sustained torus fracture of the lower end of the left radius. This would apply to scenarios such as chronic pain, deformity, or functional limitation that has developed as a direct consequence of the original fracture, long after the acute phase of healing.

• Always assign an additional code to describe the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion, nonunion, deformity).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior torus fracture of the left radius.
• This code is typically used for conditions presenting after the initial healing period has concluded.