Disp fx of head of r rad, 7thR

This code signifies a displaced fracture of the radial head in the right arm that has previously been treated, but has healed in an imperfect or misaligned position (malunion). This specific instance involves a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC), meaning the bone broke through the skin, and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care for the malunion.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who sustained a severe open fracture of the right radial head, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms that the bone has healed with an unacceptable degree of angulation, rotation, or shortening. This applies to situations where the malunion itself is the focus of the current encounter, such as for evaluation, planning for corrective surgery, or managing complications related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" radius and "displaced" fracture, along with the "malunion" status.
• Verify the original injury was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter for the fracture would use a different code.