Disp fx of olecran pro w/o intartic extn r ulna, 7thC

Displaced fracture of olecranon process without intraarticular extension of right ulna, initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a break in the prominent bony projection of the elbow (olecranon process) on the right arm, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. Importantly, this fracture does not extend into the joint space.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for a patient presenting with an open fracture of the right olecranon process, classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and who is receiving initial treatment for this injury. This includes situations involving significant soft tissue damage or contamination.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "without intraarticular extension."
Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for open fractures.
Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.021Disp fx of olecran pro w/o intartic extension of right ulna

S52.021C(current)

Crosswalks

813.11ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S52Fracture of forearm S52.0Fracture of upper end of ulna S52.00Unspecified fracture of upper end of ulna S52.001Unspecified fracture of upper end of right ulna S52.001AUnsp fracture of upper end of right ulna, init for clos fx