Oth fx of low end r rad, 7thH

Other fractures of lower end of right radius, subsequent encounter for open fracture type I or II with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a fracture in the lower part of the right radius that is not further specified, which was initially an open fracture (Type I or II). The patient is currently in a phase of treatment where the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, indicating the healing process is taking longer than expected.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters of a patient with a previously diagnosed open fracture of the distal right radius (Type I or II) where the healing process is prolonged. This would be used when the patient is still receiving active treatment for the fracture due to the delayed union.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the initial injury was documented as an open fracture (Type I or II) of the lower right radius.
Confirm documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for the fracture.
Always sequence this code after the appropriate external cause code, if applicable, for the initial injury.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.591Other fractures of lower end of right radius

S52.591H(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

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