Disp fx of head of r radius, subs for clos fx w routn heal

This code signifies a fracture of the rounded upper end of the right radius bone that is no longer in its normal anatomical alignment. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications, with the skin over the fracture remaining intact.

Apply this code for subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced fracture of the right radial head. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing routinely and no open wound or delayed/nonunion issues are present. It indicates a follow-up encounter for a closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "right radius head" for accurate coding.
• Confirm the encounter is for routine follow-up and not initial treatment or complications.
• Verify the fracture is documented as "closed" to differentiate from open fractures.