Nondisp oblique fracture of shaft of left radius, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained oblique fracture in the shaft of the left radius, where the bone fragments were not displaced at the time of the original injury. It indicates that the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that past fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition, symptom, or sequela that is a direct consequence of a healed or resolving nondisplaced oblique fracture of the left radial shaft. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing chronic pain, deformity, limited range of motion, or other persistent problems linked to the old injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., M25.522 for pain in left elbow).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous nondisplaced oblique fracture of the left radial shaft.
• Verify that the fracture was indeed nondisplaced and oblique, and located in the shaft of the left radius, to ensure accurate code selection.