Oth physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, left arm, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a fracture of the growth plate (physis) at the distal end of the ulna in the left arm. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but there are lasting effects or complications attributable to that past fracture.

Apply this code when documenting long-term issues such as growth disturbances, angular deformities, or chronic pain directly linked to a previously sustained physeal fracture of the left distal ulna. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the acute fracture is no longer present, but its sequelae are being addressed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., malunion, growth arrest).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical physeal fracture of the left distal ulna.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the patient is seen for a complication or residual effect of a past injury.