Torus fracture of upper end of right humerus, sequela

This code signifies a torus, or buckle, fracture affecting the upper portion of the right humerus, specifically when the patient is experiencing a long-term complication or residual effect from the original injury. A torus fracture is an incomplete fracture where the bone cortex buckles but does not break completely, typically seen in children. The "sequela" indicates that this code is used for conditions arising as a direct result of the initial fracture, after the acute phase of healing has passed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic issue, such as pain, limited range of motion, deformity, or nonunion, that is directly attributable to a previously sustained torus fracture of the upper end of their right humerus. This applies to follow-up encounters where the focus is on managing the lasting effects of the injury, rather than the initial acute treatment.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior torus fracture of the right humerus.
• Verify the encounter is for a sequela and not an acute or subsequent encounter for the initial healing phase.