Displaced fracture of neck of left radius, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained displaced fracture of the neck of the left radius. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to the original injury, such as chronic pain, limited range of motion, or deformity, after the acute phase of healing has passed.

This code is appropriate when documenting a patient presenting with residual problems or conditions that are a direct consequence of a past displaced fracture of the neck of the left radius. It should be used for follow-up encounters where the primary focus is on managing these sequelae, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced fracture of the left radial neck.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; it is exclusively for late effects.