Unsp nondisp fx of surg nk of unsp humer, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the surgical neck of the humerus that has not displaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. The "unspecified" nature indicates that the laterality (left or right arm) is not documented. The "subsequent encounter with delayed healing" specifies that this is not the initial treatment for the fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced surgical neck humerus fracture, and the physician's documentation indicates delayed union or nonunion. This applies to situations where the initial treatment has been rendered, and the focus of the current encounter is on managing the slow healing process.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" or "nonunion" for a subsequent encounter.
• If laterality (left or right humerus) is specified, a more specific code should be chosen.
• This code is for nondisplaced fractures; displaced fractures would require a different code.