Displ transcondy fx unsp humerus, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture that has occurred across the condyles of the humerus, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving ongoing care for this injury, and "delayed healing" specifies that the fracture is not mending at the expected rate.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced transcondylar humerus fracture is being managed for slow or stalled bone healing. This includes scenarios such as cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or imaging to assess healing progress when the fracture is not uniting as anticipated.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "transcondylar fracture of humerus" along with evidence of delayed healing.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.
• Confirm laterality (left, right, or unspecified) is documented; if specified, a more precise code should be used.