Fx unsp part of scapula, l shldr, subs for fx w routn heal

Fracture of unspecified part of scapula, left shoulder, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture affecting an unspecified part of the left scapula that is currently undergoing routine healing. It indicates that the initial treatment has been rendered, and the patient is now in a follow-up phase where the bone is mending without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up appointments related to a left scapular fracture that is healing as expected. This would include scenarios where the patient is being monitored for bone union or is progressing through rehabilitation without any setbacks.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies the left shoulder and a "subsequent encounter" for a healing fracture.
Confirm there are no documented complications (e.g., delayed union, nonunion, malunion) that would necessitate a different code.
Always link this diagnosis code to the appropriate E/M or procedure code for the follow-up visit.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.102Fracture of unspecified part of scapula, left shoulder

S42.102D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.11ApproxICD-9 V54.11ApproxICD-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