Disp fx of acromial process, r shldr, subs for fx w nonunion

This code signifies a right shoulder fracture involving the acromial process that is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "nonunion" specifies that the bone is failing to heal properly after a typical healing period.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting for follow-up appointments, cast changes, or other ongoing management of a previously diagnosed displaced right acromial process fracture. It should be used when the physician explicitly documents that the fracture is not uniting as expected.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" shoulder and "acromial process" to differentiate from other shoulder fractures.
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care and not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the physician's assessment explicitly states "nonunion" to justify this specific seventh character.