Torus fx upper end of r radius, subs for fx w delay heal

This code describes a specific type of incomplete fracture, a torus (or buckle) fracture, located at the upper end of the right radius. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that the patient is returning for follow-up care related to this fracture, and "delayed healing" signifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed torus fracture of the proximal right radius is experiencing slower-than-normal healing. It would be used when the physician documents delayed union or non-union concerns during the healing phase. This code is not for the initial injury or routine follow-up without healing complications.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" or similar terminology for the right radial torus fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture location is the upper end of the right radius.