Displ seg fx shaft of ulna, r arm, 7thE

This code describes a specific type of fracture involving the shaft of the right ulna, where the bone fragments are separated (displaced) and the fracture line is segmented. It also indicates that the skin was broken (open fracture type I or II) and the patient is in a follow-up phase where the fracture is healing as expected.

This code is used for patients presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed and treated open segmental fracture of the right ulnar shaft. It is appropriate when the fracture is showing routine healing progress without complications. This code would be assigned after the initial treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right arm" and "ulna shaft" to differentiate from other forearm bones or locations.
• Verify the encounter is for a "subsequent encounter" and that healing is described as "routine."
• Confirm the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" as this impacts the seventh character.