Unspecified fracture of right forearm, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from an unspecified fracture of the right forearm. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past fracture. These sequelae could include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or other persistent functional deficits.

Apply this code when documentation clearly links a current condition or complaint to a previously sustained, unspecified fracture of the right forearm. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing the lasting effects of the old injury, rather than treating the acute fracture itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M25.531 for chronic pain in right wrist).
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the connection between the current condition and the past right forearm fracture.
• The "S" at the end indicates "sequela," meaning it's for conditions resulting from a previous injury, not the initial injury itself.