Nondisp fx of shaft of unsp clavicle, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the clavicle's shaft that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a clavicle shaft fracture that was previously diagnosed and treated, and the physician documents that the healing process is slower than anticipated. This applies to situations where the fracture has not united within the typical timeframe for this type of injury.

• Ensure physician documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for the clavicle fracture.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care of the fracture, not initial treatment.
• Verify the fracture is of the shaft and is nondisplaced; other specific clavicle fracture types or displacement require different codes.