Sltr-haris Type III physl fx low end rad, unsp arm, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) affecting the lower end of the radius, where the fracture line extends through the physis and epiphysis. This particular instance indicates that the fracture is in the process of healing, but at a slower rate than expected, and the affected arm is not specified.

Use this code for follow-up encounters with a patient who has a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the distal radius, and the physician's documentation explicitly states delayed healing. This applies when the specific arm (left or right) is not documented.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for the subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture type is explicitly Salter-Harris Type III of the distal radius.
• Only use this code when the laterality (left/right arm) is not documented.