Disp fx of olecran pro w intartic extn l ulna, 7thP

This code describes a left elbow injury where the prominent bony tip (olecranon process) of the ulna bone is broken and the broken pieces are out of alignment, extending into the joint space. This specific code indicates that the fracture is being treated in a follow-up visit, it was initially a closed fracture (skin intact), and the bone is healing incorrectly (malunion).

Use this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up appointment for a previously treated closed olecranon fracture of the left ulna that involved the joint, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms malunion. This applies when the patient is receiving ongoing care for the improperly healed fracture, such as physical therapy, monitoring, or planning for corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" ulna and "displaced" fracture with "intraarticular extension."
• Verify the encounter type is "subsequent encounter" and the fracture is healing with "malunion."
• Do not use for initial treatment or if the fracture is healing normally or with nonunion.