Unsp fx shaft of l rad, 7thF

Unspecified fracture of shaft of left radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies an unspecified fracture located in the shaft of the left radius that was initially an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The patient is currently in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is healing routinely without complications.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed severe open left radial shaft fracture (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is presenting for routine monitoring of healing. It indicates that the fracture is progressing as expected during the recovery period.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "unspecified" for the fracture type within the shaft of the left radius.
Verify the original injury was an open fracture classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up and not for active treatment of complications or nonunion.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.302Unspecified fracture of shaft of left radius

S52.302F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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