Displ commnt fx shaft of humer, l arm, 7thD

This code signifies a left humerus shaft fracture that is broken into multiple pieces and is no longer in its normal anatomical alignment. The patient is currently in a phase of routine healing following initial treatment for this injury.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced comminuted fracture of the left humeral shaft is progressing as expected with conservative or surgical management. This includes visits for cast changes, physical therapy assessments, or routine radiographic checks confirming satisfactory healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left arm" and "shaft" to differentiate from other humerus fracture locations.
• Confirm the "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" status are clearly documented to support the 7th character 'D'.
• Do not use for initial treatment or if delayed/nonunion healing is noted; different 7th characters would apply.