Unspecified fracture of shaft of unspecified ulna, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a fracture of the main part (shaft) of the ulna, where the specific location or type of fracture is not documented. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but residual issues persist.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a condition directly attributable to a past ulnar shaft fracture, and the medical record lacks specificity regarding the original fracture's exact nature or location within the shaft. This is appropriate for conditions like chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, or limited range of motion documented as a sequela.

• Only use this code for sequelae; active treatment of an acute fracture requires a different code.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous ulnar shaft fracture.
• Avoid using this code if a more specific sequela code (e.g., for nonunion or malunion) is available and supported by documentation.