Displaced transverse fx shaft of right ulna, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving a break across the shaft of the right ulna, where the bone fragments were not properly aligned. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a long-term complication or residual effect directly related to this previously displaced fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic condition, deformity, pain, or functional limitation that is a direct consequence of a prior displaced transverse fracture of the right ulnar shaft. This is used after the initial healing period of the fracture has passed.

• Only use this code for sequelae, not for the initial or subsequent encounter for the acute fracture.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous displaced transverse fracture of the right ulna.
• Consider additional codes for specific sequelae (e.g., malunion, nonunion, chronic pain) if further specificity is warranted.