Fracture of other part of scapula, unsp shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a fracture affecting any part of the scapula, excluding the anatomical neck, glenoid cavity, or coracoid process, where the specific shoulder (left or right) is not documented. The "S" seventh character indicates that this encounter is for the sequelae, or late effects, of the original injury. This implies the patient is presenting for treatment of complications or residual conditions directly resulting from the healed or healing scapular fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient encounter for long-term complications, chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, or other residual issues stemming from a previously sustained, unspecified scapular fracture. This applies when the initial acute injury has passed, and the current treatment addresses the lasting impact of that fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states the encounter is for sequelae, not the initial treatment of the acute fracture.
• Confirm the fracture location is not specifically the anatomical neck, glenoid cavity, or coracoid process.
• Always look for laterality (left or right shoulder) in the documentation; if specified, a more precise code should be used.