Unsp physl fx upr end rad, l arm, subs for fx w delay heal

This code indicates an unspecified fracture of the growth plate at the top of the left radius bone. It signifies that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this injury, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing. The specific type or nature of the physeal fracture is not documented.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed, but unspecified, physeal fracture of the proximal left radius is being treated for delayed union or non-union. It should be used when the physician explicitly documents delayed healing of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Confirm the fracture is of the upper end (proximal) of the radius and on the left arm.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures healing normally.