Nondisplaced oblique fracture of shaft of left ulna, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a previous oblique fracture of the shaft of the left ulna, where the bone fragments were not displaced at the time of the initial injury. It indicates that the patient is experiencing long-term effects or complications directly attributable to this past fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient's current encounter for a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or other long-term complications) directly related to a previously sustained, nondisplaced oblique fracture of the left ulnar shaft. This code is appropriate for follow-up care after the initial healing phase has concluded.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced oblique ulnar shaft fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial treatment of the acute fracture; instead, use the appropriate acute fracture code.