Torus fx upper end of r humerus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code describes a buckle or torus fracture affecting the upper part of the right humerus, which is the long bone in the upper arm. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture where the bone cortex buckles but does not completely break, typically seen in children. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" signifies that the fracture is not mending at the expected rate.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment of a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the right proximal humerus, and the physician documents that the fracture healing process is slower than anticipated. This would apply to follow-up visits, cast changes, or imaging to assess the delayed healing of such a fracture.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for the right humerus torus fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture type is specifically a torus fracture and not another type of incomplete fracture.