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

This code describes a right elbow injury involving a displaced break of the olecranon process (the bony tip of the elbow) that does not extend into the joint space. It specifically indicates a follow-up encounter for a fracture that was initially closed (skin intact) and has subsequently healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

This code is appropriate for documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care of a previously treated right olecranon fracture where imaging or clinical assessment confirms a malunion. It should be used when the initial injury was a closed fracture and the displacement of the olecranon process did not involve the articular surface.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right ulna" and "olecranon process" to differentiate from other forearm fractures.
• Confirm "subsequent encounter" and "malunion" are clearly documented, as these are key components of the code.
• Verify the fracture was initially "closed" and did not have "intraarticular extension."