Unspecified fracture of lower end of right humerus, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from an unspecified fracture of the distal end of the right humerus. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience residual issues directly attributable to that past fracture.

This code is appropriate when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or nerve damage that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained, unspecified fracture of the lower right humerus. It should be used after the acute phase of the fracture treatment has concluded.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific residual condition (e.g., chronic pain, nonunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past unspecified fracture of the distal right humerus.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character is appropriate for sequela, indicating a late effect.