Nondisp commnt fx shaft of ulna, l arm, 7thJ

This code describes a left ulna shaft fracture that is broken into multiple pieces but remains in its anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now in a phase of delayed healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously treated severe open comminuted fracture of the left ulnar shaft is experiencing slower than expected healing. It should be used when the fracture fragments are still aligned, and the open wound has been addressed, but union is not progressing at the anticipated rate.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "comminuted" for the ulna shaft.
• Verify the initial injury was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the encounter is for delayed healing, not initial treatment or routine follow-up for a healing fracture.