Displ simp suprcndl fx w/o intrcndl fx l humer, 7thG

This code signifies a left upper arm fracture located just above the elbow joint, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically excludes fractures extending between the condyles. The "G" suffix indicates that the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced simple supracondylar fracture of the left humerus is being monitored for delayed union or non-union. It would be used when the physician documents that the fracture is not healing at the anticipated rate. This includes scenarios where additional interventions, such as bone stimulation or revision surgery, are being considered or performed due to the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" humerus and "displaced" nature of the fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted by the provider.
• Confirm the absence of an intercondylar component to the fracture.