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ICD-10 Coding for Distal Ulna Fracture(S52.611A, S52.611S, S52.621A)

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Learn about the ICD-10 coding for distal ulna fractures, including right and left styloid process fractures, with detailed documentation requirements.

Also known as:
Ulnar Styloid FractureDistal Ulnar Shaft Fracture
Related ICD-10 Code Ranges

Complete code families applicable to Distal Ulna Fracture

S00-T88Primary Range

Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

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Primary ICD-10-CM Codes
Displaced fracture of right ulna styloid process, initial encounter for closed fracture
S52.611ABillable
Differential Codes

Alternative codes to consider when ruling out similar conditions

Fracture of distal ulna, neck, right arm, initial encounter for closed fractureS52.621A

Use for fractures located at the neck of the ulna, not the styloid.

Documentation & Coding Risks

Avoid these common issues when documenting Distal Ulna Fracture.

Omitting laterality in documentation.

Impact

Clinical: Ambiguity in treatment planning., Regulatory: Non-compliance with coding standards., Financial: Potential claim denials or delays.

Mitigation

Standardize documentation templates to include laterality, Educate staff on importance of complete documentation

Incorrectly coding a distal ulna fracture as a shaft fracture.

Impact

Reimbursement: Potential underpayment due to incorrect DRG assignment., Compliance: Non-compliance with coding guidelines., Data Quality: Inaccurate clinical data affecting patient records.

Mitigation

Verify the fracture location and use the appropriate distal ulna code.

Fracture Location Documentation

Impact

Inadequate documentation of fracture location can lead to incorrect coding.

Mitigation

Implement mandatory fields in EHR for fracture location and laterality.

Frequently Asked Questions

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