Oth intartic fx low end l rad, 7thJ

Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture within the joint space of the lower part of the left radius, specifically an "other" type of intraarticular fracture, meaning it's not a Colles' or Smith's fracture. It indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is currently in a phase of delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed open intraarticular fracture of the distal left radius, and the healing process is not progressing as expected. It should be used when the fracture type was initially classified as IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the patient is presenting for ongoing management of the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

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

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.572Other intraarticular fracture of lower end of left radius

S52.572J(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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