Sltr-haris Type I physl fx upr end rad, r arm, 7thG

This code signifies a growth plate fracture at the top of the right radius bone in a child or adolescent, specifically a Salter-Harris Type I injury. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving ongoing care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a pediatric patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the proximal right radius is being monitored for healing, and the clinician documents that the healing process is slower than anticipated. This would include appointments for cast changes, repeat imaging, or clinical assessment of the fracture site when delayed union is identified.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "delayed healing" for this specific code.
• Confirm the fracture type is Salter-Harris Type I and located at the "upper end of radius."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.