Nondisp fx of body of scapula, unsp shldr, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the shoulder blade that has not shifted out of alignment, where the specific side of the body (left or right) is not documented. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced scapular body fracture, and the physician explicitly documents delayed healing. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or monitoring appointments, where the fracture is still not fully united.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and "delayed healing" for the body of the scapula.
• Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment or routine healing without complications.
• If the laterality (left or right shoulder) is specified, a more specific code should be used.