Disp fx of less tuberosity of r humer, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the lesser tuberosity of the right humerus that has not healed properly, meaning the bone fragments have failed to unite after a typical healing period. The fracture is also displaced, indicating the bone fragments are out of their normal alignment. This diagnosis is used when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this unhealed fracture.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed displaced lesser tuberosity fracture of the right humerus that has progressed to nonunion. This includes visits for continued conservative management, evaluation for surgical intervention, or post-surgical care for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the "lesser tuberosity" of the "right humerus."
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly documented as "displaced."