Displ oblique fx shaft of r ulna, 7thG

Displaced oblique fracture of shaft of right ulna, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the right ulna, specifically an oblique fracture that is displaced. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documentation of ongoing management of a right ulnar shaft fracture that was initially displaced and is now exhibiting delayed union. This would be used during follow-up appointments, cast changes, or imaging reviews where delayed healing is confirmed.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for subsequent encounters.
Verify the fracture location is the shaft of the ulna and laterality is right.
Confirm the fracture type is oblique and displaced.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.231Displaced oblique fracture of shaft of right ulna

S52.231G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S52Fracture of forearm S52.0Fracture of upper end of ulna S52.00Unspecified fracture of upper end of ulna S52.001Unspecified fracture of upper end of right ulna S52.001AUnsp fracture of upper end of right ulna, init for clos fx