Disp fx of olecran pro w intartic extn r ulna, 7thH

This code describes a specific type of fracture involving the olecranon process of the right ulna, where the bone fragments are separated and the fracture line extends into the elbow joint. It further specifies that this is an open fracture (Type I or II) that is not healing as expected, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care after initial treatment.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for a subsequent encounter for an open, displaced, intra-articular olecranon fracture of the right ulna that was initially classified as Type I or II and is now experiencing delayed healing. This would be used during follow-up visits after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right ulna" and "olecranon process with intraarticular extension."
• Verify the fracture was initially an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly documented.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment encounter.