Disp fx of lateral condyle of l humer, 7thP

This code signifies a fracture of the outer bony prominence of the lower left humerus that has healed incorrectly, resulting in an abnormal alignment of the bone fragments. The patient is currently under active treatment for this malunion, indicating ongoing management or follow-up care for the improperly healed fracture.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously sustained, displaced fracture of the lateral condyle of the left humerus that has healed in a misaligned position. This includes follow-up visits for assessment, planning for corrective surgery, or management of complications arising from the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or "delayed union."
• Verify the laterality (left humerus) and the specific anatomical site (lateral condyle).
• Confirm the "P" seventh character for subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion, indicating active treatment for the malunion.