Displ seg fx shaft of humerus, right arm, init for opn fx

Displaced segmental fracture of shaft of humerus, right arm, initial encounter for open fracture

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture occurring in the middle portion (shaft) of the right humerus, where the bone has broken into at least three pieces (segmental) and is no longer properly aligned (displaced). The fracture has broken through the skin, creating an open wound.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, open, displaced segmental fracture of the right humeral shaft. It is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair or initial casting.

💡Coding Tips

Confirm documentation specifies "segmental" and "displaced" for the humeral shaft.
Ensure the "B" seventh character is used only for the initial encounter for an open fracture.
Verify laterality (right arm) is clearly documented.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.361Displaced segmental fracture of shaft of humerus, right arm

S42.361B(current)

Crosswalks

812.31ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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