Oth intartic fracture of lower end of left radius, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previous intraarticular fracture of the lower end of the left radius, excluding those classified as Salter-Harris or Barton's fractures. This could include chronic pain, limited range of motion, nonunion, malunion, or post-traumatic arthritis affecting the wrist joint.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues directly attributable to a past intraarticular fracture of the distal left radius, after the initial healing phase has concluded. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing chronic symptoms or complications related to the original injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior intraarticular fracture of the left radius.
• Confirm the "S" seventh character is appropriate for sequela, indicating a late effect of the injury.
• Do not use for initial or subsequent encounters during the active treatment phase of the acute fracture.