Sltr-haris Type I physl fx low end ulna, unsp arm, 7thP

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type I growth plate fracture located at the lower end of the ulna, where the fracture has healed improperly (malunion). This specific type of fracture involves a separation of the epiphysis from the metaphysis through the growth plate itself, without bone involvement. The "P" suffix indicates that this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, specifically for a malunion.

Use this code when documenting a patient's follow-up visit for a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of the distal ulna, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the fracture has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This code is appropriate when the malunion is the primary focus of the encounter, such as for evaluation, monitoring, or planning corrective procedures.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" as the outcome of the fracture healing.
• Verify the fracture type is Salter-Harris Type I and the location is the lower end of the ulna.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, not the initial treatment.