Fx oth prt scapula, unsp shoulder, subs for fx w delay heal

Fracture of other part of scapula, unspecified shoulder, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture affecting a part of the shoulder blade other than the acromial process or coracoid process, where the specific location within the scapula is not documented. It indicates that the patient is in a later stage of healing, but the fracture is not progressing as expected, requiring continued medical attention.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified scapular fracture (not acromial or coracoid) presents with evidence of delayed union or nonunion. It should be used when the physician explicitly documents delayed healing of the fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for the scapular fracture.
Verify that the fracture site is not specified as acromial or coracoid process.
This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.199Fracture of other part of scapula, unspecified shoulder

S42.199G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.11ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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