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

This code signifies a specific type of fracture in the shaft of the right ulna, where the bone fragments are not properly aligned (displaced) and the fracture line is segmental. It indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is not healing at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting for follow-up care of a right ulnar shaft fracture that was initially closed but is now demonstrating delayed healing. It should be used when the physician documents displacement and a segmental pattern of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right arm" and "ulna" to differentiate from other forearm bones or laterality.
• Confirm the fracture is "segmental" and "displaced" as these are key specificities of the code.
• Verify "subsequent encounter" and "delayed healing" are clearly documented to support the seventh character 'G'.