Nondisp fx of lesser tuberosity of left humerus, sequela

This code signifies a previous, now healed, fracture of the lesser tuberosity on the left humerus that did not involve displacement of the bone fragments. The "sequela" indicates that the patient is experiencing residual effects or complications directly related to this old injury, even though the fracture itself is no longer acute.

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with ongoing issues, such as chronic pain, limited range of motion, or deformity, that are documented as a direct result of a past, nondisplaced lesser tuberosity fracture of the left humerus. It should be used after the initial healing phase of the fracture is complete and the patient is being treated for the long-term consequences.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to the previous fracture.
• Do not use this code for acute or subacute fractures; those require codes from the initial or subsequent encounter categories.
• Look for terms like "history of fracture with residual pain," "post-traumatic arthritis," or "limited mobility due to old fracture."