S52.024E
ICD-10-CMNondisplaced fracture of olecranon process without intraarticular extension of right ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type I or II with routine healing
This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a patient with a nondisplaced fracture of the olecranon process in the right ulna, specifically without involvement of the joint surface. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and is now healing routinely.
Apply this code for subsequent visits where the patient's right olecranon fracture is healing as expected, and there is no evidence of complications or delayed healing. This is appropriate for follow-up appointments after initial treatment of an open fracture that did not extend into the elbow joint.
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