Unsp fx shaft of unsp ulna, 7thF

Unspecified fracture of shaft of unspecified ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for an unspecified fracture located in the shaft of the ulna, where the initial injury was an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The current encounter indicates that the fracture is undergoing routine healing.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for subsequent care of an open ulnar shaft fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is progressing as expected without complications. This would include routine cast changes, wound checks, or follow-up imaging to monitor healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC and indicates routine healing.
Confirm the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
If the ulna laterality is known, a more specific code should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.209Unspecified fracture of shaft of unspecified ulna

S52.209F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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