Nondisp fx of body of scapula, unspecified shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained, nondisplaced fracture of the main part of the shoulder blade. The specific side of the body (left or right) is not documented or known. This indicates that the acute injury has healed, but the patient is still experiencing issues related to it.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing pain, limited range of motion, or other chronic symptoms directly attributable to a past, nondisplaced body of scapula fracture. This applies when the initial fracture has already been treated and is no longer in its acute healing phase. It is appropriate when the laterality of the original injury is not specified in the medical record.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the sequela of the old fracture, not an acute injury.
• Confirm that the fracture was specifically of the body of the scapula and was nondisplaced.
• Only use this code when the medical record does not specify the affected shoulder (left or right).