Disp fx of body of scapula, r shldr, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the main part of the right shoulder blade that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment. This code is used during follow-up care for this specific complication.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a right scapular body fracture that has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This would include scenarios where surgical intervention or other treatments are being considered or performed to correct the malunion. It is appropriate for any encounter after the initial treatment where malunion is the focus.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right shoulder" and "body of scapula" to support this precise anatomical site.
• Confirm the encounter is for a "subsequent" visit and that "malunion" is explicitly documented as the complication.
• Distinguish from nonunion (S42.111N) or routine follow-up without complications (S42.111D).