Sltr-haris Type II physl fx upper end rad, right arm, sqla

This code signifies a Salter-Harris Type II fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) at the upper end of the right radius, which is the larger bone in the forearm. This specific type of fracture involves a break through the physis and extending into the metaphysis (the shaft of the bone adjacent to the growth plate). The "sequela" indicates that this code is used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the initial fracture, occurring after the acute phase of injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting long-term effects or complications stemming from a previously sustained Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the right radial physis. Examples include growth disturbances, angular deformities, nonunion, malunion, or chronic pain directly attributable to the old injury. It should be used when the patient is presenting for treatment or evaluation of these residual conditions, not for the initial acute injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous Salter-Harris Type II fracture of the right radial physis.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute fracture; a different code would be assigned for the initial injury.
• Look for documentation specifying "sequela," "late effect," "due to old injury," or similar phrasing to justify using this code.