Sltr-haris Type III physl fx low end rad, l arm, 7thP

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) at the distal end of the left radius, which has previously been treated but has healed in an anatomically incorrect position (malunion). This indicates a follow-up encounter where the patient is being seen for ongoing management or complications related to this improperly healed fracture.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient presents with a documented malunion of a Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the left distal radius. This would include visits for assessing the functional impact of the malunion, planning corrective surgery, or managing pain and other symptoms directly attributable to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left arm" and "malunion" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify that the encounter is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment or a sequela visit.
• Confirm the fracture type is specifically Salter-Harris Type III, as other Salter-Harris types have different codes.