Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humerus, right arm, init

This code signifies a break across the width of the main part of the right upper arm bone (humerus) that has not shifted out of alignment. The skin overlying the fracture remains intact, indicating a closed injury. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment phase of such a fracture.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced transverse fracture of the shaft of the right humerus. This is appropriate when the patient is receiving initial active treatment, such as casting, splinting, or surgical repair. It would also be used for the initial evaluation and management of such an injury in an emergency department setting.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the shaft of the humerus.
• Confirm laterality (right arm) is clearly documented.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment; use subsequent characters for follow-up care or sequelae.