Barton's fx l rad, subs for opn fx type 3A/B/C w delay heal

Barton's fracture of left radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a specific type of distal radius fracture, known as a Barton's fracture, affecting the left arm. It indicates that the fracture is an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is currently in a phase of delayed healing, meaning the expected healing timeline has been exceeded.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed left Barton's open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is presenting for ongoing management due to delayed union or non-union. This applies when the fracture has not healed within the anticipated timeframe and requires continued medical intervention.

💡Coding Tips

Always confirm the specific type of open fracture (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) from the medical record.
Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology for the subsequent encounter.
Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.562Barton's fracture of left radius

S52.562J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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