Nondisp fx of shaft of unsp clavicle, 7thD

Nondisplaced fracture of shaft of unspecified clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture to the shaft of an unspecified clavicle. At this stage, the fracture is not displaced and is healing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when documenting a subsequent encounter for a clavicle shaft fracture that is progressing well through the routine healing phase. This would typically be used for follow-up appointments after initial treatment, such as cast removal or routine X-ray checks.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing."
Confirm the fracture is of the clavicle shaft and is nondisplaced.
Do not use for initial treatment or for fractures with delayed or nonunion healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.026Nondisplaced fracture of shaft of unspecified clavicle

S42.026D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.19ApproxICD-9 V54.19ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S42Fracture of shoulder and upper arm S42.0Fracture of clavicle S42.00Fracture of unspecified part of clavicle S42.001Fracture of unspecified part of right clavicle