Displ seg fx shaft of ulna, l arm, 7thJ

This code describes a specific type of fracture in the left ulna, where the bone is broken into multiple pieces (segmental) and the broken ends are not aligned (displaced). It further specifies that this is an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and the patient is in a later stage of care where the fracture is not healing as expected.

Use this code for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced segmental open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) of the shaft of the left ulna, when the provider documents delayed healing. This indicates ongoing management of a complicated fracture that has not progressed to union within the expected timeframe.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the fracture is of the ulna shaft, not the distal or proximal end, and is on the left side.
• Confirm the original fracture was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.