2025 ICD-10-CM code S52.332A

Displaced oblique fracture of the shaft of the left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture.

Follow the official ICD-10-CM coding guidelines. Use additional codes to specify the cause of injury (Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity), any complications, and any retained foreign body.Proper sequencing of codes is crucial.

Modifiers may be applicable depending on the circumstances of the encounter and the services provided. Consult the appropriate modifier guidelines for further details.

Medical necessity is established based on the presence of a displaced fracture causing pain, functional impairment, and the need for treatment to restore anatomical integrity and function. This might involve a closed reduction and immobilization or surgical intervention depending on fracture stability and type.

Diagnosis is made through patient history, physical examination, and imaging (X-rays, MRI, CT scan). Treatment may include pain management (analgesics, NSAIDs), immobilization (splint, cast), potential surgical intervention (internal fixation for unstable fractures, wound closure for open fractures), and physical therapy to restore function.

IMPORTANT S52.332B (initial encounter for open fracture type I or II), S52.332C (initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), S52.332D (subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing), S52.332E (subsequent encounter for open fracture).Additional codes may be necessary to specify the cause of injury (from Chapter 20, External causes of morbidity) and any retained foreign body (Z18.-).

In simple words: This code is for a broken left radius bone (one of the two forearm bones) where the break runs diagonally across the middle of the bone, and the broken ends are not in line.The skin is not broken. This is for the first time this injury is treated.

This code signifies the initial encounter for a closed displaced oblique fracture affecting the shaft of the left radius.A displaced oblique fracture is characterized by a fracture line that runs diagonally across the bone's shaft, with the bone fragments displaced from their normal anatomical position. The fracture is classified as closed, indicating that the broken bone does not penetrate the skin. This code is specifically for the first encounter with this condition.

Example 1: A 35-year-old male sustains a displaced oblique fracture of the left radius shaft during a sporting event. He presents to the emergency department with pain, swelling, and deformity.Diagnosis is confirmed by X-ray, and a closed reduction with cast immobilization is performed., A 20-year-old female is involved in a motor vehicle accident and suffers a displaced oblique fracture of her left radius, which is open (type IIIA).She undergoes surgical debridement, fracture fixation with plates and screws, and wound closure., A 60-year-old man falls at home, resulting in a displaced oblique fracture of his left radius. He presents to his physician's office with pain and limited mobility.A closed reduction and long arm cast are applied. Subsequent visits are for cast monitoring and removal.

Detailed patient history, physical examination findings noting pain, swelling, and deformity, radiographic images (X-rays, MRI, or CT scan) confirming the diagnosis, documentation of the treatment plan (closed reduction, casting, surgical intervention if performed), and progress notes documenting healing and functional recovery.

** The seventh character in the code (A, B, C, D, E) specifies the encounter type and fracture healing status.Always ensure accurate documentation to support the selected code.

  • Payment Status: Active
  • Specialties:Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine
  • Place of Service:Office, Emergency Room - Hospital, Inpatient Hospital, Ambulatory Surgical Center
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