Nondisp transcondy fx l humerus, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the lower end of the left humerus that extends across the condyles, where the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical position. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is progressing as expected towards full recovery.

Apply this code for subsequent visits when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transcondylar fracture of the left humerus. This is appropriate when the physician documents routine healing without complications. It should be used after the initial encounter and before the encounter for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transcondylar" for the left humerus.
• Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up and not for initial treatment or complications.
• Verify the "D" seventh character is appropriate for subsequent care with routine healing.