Disp fx of l ulna styloid pro, subs for clos fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the styloid process of the left ulna that is no longer in its anatomical position. The patient is in a later stage of treatment for this fracture, which was initially closed (skin intact), and the healing process is taking longer than typically expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a displaced left ulnar styloid fracture that has not yet fully healed. It specifically applies when the fracture was initially closed and is now exhibiting delayed healing. This would include clinic visits for cast changes, follow-up imaging, or assessment of healing progress.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "delayed healing" for this specific fracture.
• Verify the fracture is of the ulna styloid process and on the left side.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" and the initial fracture was "closed."