Displ transverse fx shaft of l ulna, 7thK

This code signifies a situation where a patient has a fracture of the shaft of their left ulna that runs across the bone (transverse), and the broken bone fragments are not properly aligned. Importantly, this code is used when the fracture has failed to heal after an initial treatment (nonunion) and the patient is presenting for follow-up care for this ongoing issue, with the skin over the fracture remaining intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for a follow-up visit related to a previously treated, but unhealed, closed transverse fracture of the left ulnar shaft. This would include scenarios where the physician is assessing the nonunion, discussing further treatment options, or monitoring the patient's condition. It is specifically for subsequent encounters where nonunion is the primary concern.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "left ulna" and "transverse" fracture type.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to avoid using open fracture codes.