Nondisp fx of head of unsp radius, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the upper part of the radius bone, near the elbow, which has not shifted out of its normal anatomical position. The specific side (left or right) of the injury is not documented. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment of a fracture where the skin remains intact.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the radial head, and the medical record does not specify whether it's the left or right arm. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and management of such an injury, prior to any definitive treatment or follow-up care.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "closed fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• Only use this code when the laterality (left/right) of the radial head fracture is truly unspecified in the medical record.
• The "A" seventh character indicates the initial encounter for the fracture care.