Disp fx of head of left rad, subs for clos fx w routn heal

Displaced fracture of head of left radius, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the radial head in the left arm that is currently undergoing routine healing. The fracture has been previously diagnosed and is now in a follow-up phase, with no complications or delayed healing noted.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced left radial head fracture that is healing as expected. This would include routine follow-up appointments, cast changes, or physical therapy sessions during the normal healing period.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "left radius head" for accurate coding.
Confirm the encounter is "subsequent" and healing is "routine" (i.e., not delayed, nonunion, or malunion).
Always pair with an external cause code if the fracture was due to an external event.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.122Displaced fracture of head of left radius

S52.122D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9 V54.12ApproxICD-9

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