Oth extrartic fx low end unsp rad, 7thF

Other extraarticular fracture of lower end of unspecified radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up encounter for an open fracture of the lower end of the radius, specifically an extraarticular type, that was initially classified as a Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC open fracture. The patient is currently experiencing routine healing of this fracture.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed open, extraarticular distal radius fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications. This applies to encounters focused on monitoring healing, cast changes, or physical therapy during the routine recovery phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the initial injury was an open fracture of the specified Gustilo-Anderson types.
Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and not the initial treatment.
Confirm that healing is routine; use different codes for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.559Other extraarticular fracture of lower end of unsp radius

S52.559F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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