Sltr-haris Type IV physl fx low end rad, r arm, 7thP

Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of lower end of radius, right arm, subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type IV) affecting the lower part of the right radius bone. The fracture has previously been treated, but healing has resulted in an abnormal alignment or deformity (malunion).

🎯When to Use

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of the distal right radius, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the bone has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This includes scenarios where surgical correction of the malunion is being planned or evaluated.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or "delayed healing."
Verify the fracture type is Salter-Harris Type IV and the location is the lower end of the right radius.
Confirm this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after initial treatment.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S59.241Sltr-haris Type IV physeal fx lower end radius, right arm

S59.241P(current)

Crosswalks

733.81ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S59Other and unspecified injuries of elbow and forearm S59.0Physeal fracture of lower end of ulna S59.00Unspecified physeal fracture of lower end of ulna S59.001Unspecified physeal fracture of lower end of ulna, right arm S59.001A