Nondisp fx of med epicondyl of unsp humer, 7thK

This code describes a situation where a patient has a fracture of the medial epicondyle of the humerus, specifically an avulsion type, that was initially nondisplaced. The key aspect is that the fracture has failed to heal properly, resulting in a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced avulsion fracture of the medial epicondyle of an unspecified humerus, and the physician's assessment indicates that the fracture has not united. This applies to situations where the patient is receiving treatment for the nonunion, such as further conservative management or preparation for surgical intervention.

• This code specifies "unspecified humerus," meaning the laterality (left or right) is not documented. If laterality is known, a more specific code should be used.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture with nonunion, signifying ongoing treatment for the delayed healing.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the diagnosis of nonunion for this specific fracture type and location.