Displ oblique fx shaft of unsp ulna, 7thG

This code signifies an oblique fracture of the shaft of the ulna, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The fracture is closed, meaning the skin remains intact, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where the healing process is progressing slower than expected.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced oblique ulnar shaft fracture that has not yet healed completely and is exhibiting delayed union. This would be appropriate for office visits, hospital outpatient visits, or other encounters focused on monitoring the delayed healing of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• Verify the fracture is of the ulnar shaft and is described as "oblique" and "displaced."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.