Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r ulna, 7thF

Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of right ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a follow-up encounter for a patient who previously sustained a nondisplaced fracture across the shaft of their right ulna. The initial injury was an open fracture, specifically a Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is now healing routinely.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a healing, nondisplaced transverse fracture of the right ulnar shaft that was initially an open fracture of specified types. This applies when the healing process is progressing as expected without complications.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the fracture is specifically of the right ulna shaft and is nondisplaced.
Verify the initial injury was an open fracture classified as Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm that the healing is routine; use different codes for delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.224Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of right ulna

S52.224F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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