Nondisp fx of l ulna styloid pro, 7thG

This code indicates a fracture of the styloid process of the left ulna that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, meaning it is taking longer than expected to mend.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed, nondisplaced left ulnar styloid fracture that is not healing at the anticipated rate. It would be used when the fracture remains closed (skin intact) and the focus of the visit is monitoring or managing the delayed healing process.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced" and specifies the "left ulna styloid process."
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and explicitly mentions "delayed healing" for a "closed fracture."
• Do not use this code for initial encounters, open fractures, or fractures healing normally.