Unsp fx low end r ulna, 7thF

Unspecified fracture of lower end of right ulna, subsequent encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a follow-up visit for an open fracture of the lower portion of the right ulna, specifically a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that is currently healing without complications. The initial fracture type was not specified, but the subsequent care indicates routine progression of bone repair.

🎯When to Use

This code is appropriate for documentation of ongoing care for a patient with a previously diagnosed open distal right ulnar fracture (Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) where the healing process is proceeding as expected. It would be used for subsequent appointments after the initial treatment, such as cast changes, wound checks, or follow-up X-rays confirming routine healing.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture.
Verify the laterality (right) and bone (ulna) are correctly identified.
This code does not specify the initial fracture type, only that it was an open fracture of a severe nature.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S52.601Unspecified fracture of lower end of right ulna

S52.601F(current)

Crosswalks

V54.12ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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