Sltr-haris Type IV physl fx lower end radius, left arm, sqla

This code describes a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type IV) affecting the lower end of the radius bone in the left arm. This particular fracture pattern involves both the epiphysis and metaphysis, extending through the physis, and is being reported for a long-term complication or residual effect of the initial injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a sequela (e.g., growth disturbance, angular deformity, nonunion) resulting from a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of the distal left radius. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the chronic consequences of the original injury, not the initial acute fracture.

• Always assign a seventh character of 'S' for sequela when using this code.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute fracture; a different seventh character would be required.
• Consider additional codes to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., malunion, nonunion, growth arrest).