Oth physl fx upr end rad, left arm, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a left-arm fracture involving the growth plate (physis) at the upper end of the radius, which is currently experiencing delayed healing. It indicates that the patient has been seen previously for this specific fracture and the healing process is not progressing as expected.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed physeal fracture of the proximal left radius is being evaluated for delayed union or non-union. This is appropriate when the provider explicitly documents delayed healing of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left arm" and "upper end of radius" to support anatomical specificity.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the fracture, not initial treatment.
• Look for provider documentation explicitly stating "delayed healing" or similar terminology to justify the 7th character 'G'.