Disp fx of glenoid cav of scapula, right shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a fracture of the glenoid cavity, the socket portion of the shoulder joint, specifically on the right side. The fracture is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal alignment, and it is a sequela, indicating it is a complication or late effect of an earlier injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting a chronic or long-term issue stemming from a previous right glenoid fracture that was displaced. It would be used when a patient presents for follow-up care, management of ongoing symptoms, or treatment of complications directly related to the initial displaced fracture after the initial healing phase has passed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the fracture is of the glenoid cavity, on the right side, and is displaced.
• The "S" at the end of the code indicates a sequela; verify that the encounter is for a late effect or complication of the original injury, not the initial acute treatment.
• Always code the underlying cause or nature of the sequela (e.g., malunion, nonunion, pain) in addition to this sequela code, if applicable.