Sltr-haris Type II physl fx upr end rad, unsp arm, 7thD

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type II fracture affecting the growth plate at the upper end of the radius, an injury typically seen in children and adolescents. It specifically indicates a subsequent encounter where the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

Apply this code for follow-up visits after the initial treatment of a Salter-Harris Type II radial physeal fracture, when the patient is progressing as expected. This includes routine cast changes, follow-up X-rays showing good alignment and callus formation, or physical therapy sessions during the normal healing phase.

• Ensure the encounter is for a subsequent visit and not the initial treatment.
• Verify documentation confirms routine healing without mention of delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.
• Confirm the fracture location is specifically the upper end of the radius and not another part of the bone or a different bone.