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This 35-year-old temale patient was driver involved in an automobile accident when she was rear- ended by another car on the interstate highway. She was seen in theyeigency room complaining of pain in the arm and neck. She was brought into the hospital by the EMTs on a backboard and after proper splinting to the right arm. It was evident that there was a compound fracture present. After CT scan of the head and neck, the patient was removed from the backboard. She was treated for a displaced, compound fracture of the shaft of the right radius and ulna. She also received a collar for her cervical strain. What diagnosis codes are assigned?

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Based on the provided information, the following diagnosis codes can be assigned:

Displaced, compound fracture of the shaft of the right radius and ulna:

ICD-10-CM code: S52.301A (Displaced fracture of shaft of right radius, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II)

ICD-10-CM code: S52.302A (Displaced fracture of shaft of right radius, initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC)

ICD-10-CM code: S52.311A (Displaced fracture of shaft of right ulna, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II)

ICD-10-CM code: S52.312A (Displaced fracture of shaft of right ulna, initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC)

Cervical strain:

ICD-10-CM code: S13.4XXA (Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter)

These codes represent the injuries and conditions described in the scenario. However, it's important to note that final diagnosis coding should be done by a qualified medical coder or healthcare professional, considering all relevant documentation and guidelines.

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