Disp fx of unsp ulna styloid pro, 7thR

Displaced fracture of unspecified ulna styloid process, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with malunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a previously sustained fracture of the ulna styloid process, which is now healing incorrectly (malunion). The original fracture was an open fracture, classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and contamination.

🎯When to Use

This code is used for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a poorly healed, severe open fracture of the ulna styloid. This includes situations where surgical intervention or other management strategies are being considered or implemented to address the malunion.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the original open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
Do not use for nonunion; a separate code exists for that complication.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.613Displaced fracture of unspecified ulna styloid process

S52.613R(current)

Crosswalks

733.81ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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