Displ seg fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thF

Displaced segmental fracture of shaft of radius, right arm, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a right arm radius shaft fracture that is segmental and displaced. It specifically indicates a subsequent encounter for an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is currently undergoing routine healing.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated open segmental radius shaft fracture in the right arm. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing as expected without complications. It is used after the initial encounter for the acute injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies a segmental fracture of the radius shaft, not just a general shaft fracture.
Verify the fracture was initially an open fracture of Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care and that healing is routine, not delayed or complicated.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.361Displaced segmental fracture of shaft of radius, right arm

S52.361F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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