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

This code signifies an unspecified growth plate fracture at the lower end of the left radius that is not healing at the expected rate. It indicates that the patient is returning for follow-up care of this specific fracture, which has been previously diagnosed and treated.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient presents with a left distal radial physeal fracture that is exhibiting delayed healing. This would include follow-up appointments where the physician assesses the healing progress and determines that it is slower than anticipated, but not yet a nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture location is the lower end of the radius and laterality is left.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.