Oth fx upr end r ulna, 7thF

Other fracture of upper end of right ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a complex open fracture of the upper portion of their right ulna. The fracture is healing as expected, indicating no significant complications or delays in the recovery process. This specific type of open fracture (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) involves significant soft tissue damage and bone exposure.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed severe open fracture of the proximal right ulna is undergoing routine follow-up care. This includes appointments for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy where the fracture is progressing toward healing without complications. It is used after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "right ulna" and "upper end" to support this code.
Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and the healing is "routine" for accurate application.
Confirm the original injury was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.091Other fracture of upper end of right ulna

S52.091F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-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