Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, l arm, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the main part of the left upper arm bone (humerus) that runs across the bone, has not shifted out of alignment, and is currently healing improperly. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this previously diagnosed fracture, and "malunion" specifies that the bone is healing in an incorrect anatomical position.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment or evaluation of a left humeral shaft fracture that was initially nondisplaced and transverse, but is now confirmed to be healing with a malunion. This applies to follow-up visits, physical therapy, or surgical intervention to correct the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left arm," "transverse," "nondisplaced," and "malunion" for the humeral shaft fracture.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not an initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm the specific bone involved is the humerus, and the location is the shaft.