Disp fx of nk of l rad, 7thR

This code signifies a previously treated, but now healed incorrectly (malunion), fracture of the neck of the left radius that was initially an open fracture of severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). The fracture fragment is no longer in its anatomical position.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care or management of a malunited, displaced left radial neck fracture that was originally an open fracture of types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This indicates the fracture has united in an unsatisfactory position, requiring further intervention or monitoring.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
• Verify the laterality is "left" and the specific bone involved is the "radius neck."
• This "R" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a fracture that has healed with malunion.