S52.501H
ICD-10-CMUnspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type I or II with delayed healing
This code describes a situation where a patient is receiving ongoing care for an open fracture of the lower end of their right radius, specifically an open fracture classified as Type I or II. The "unspecified" nature indicates that the precise type of fracture (e.g., Colles', Smith's) is not documented. The "delayed healing" component signifies that the fracture is not progressing to union at the expected rate.
Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with an open Type I or II fracture of the distal right radius is being managed for delayed healing. This would include visits for wound care, cast changes, imaging to assess healing progress, or discussions about further interventions due to the slow healing. It is appropriate when the initial fracture type is not specified beyond being at the lower end of the radius.
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