Nondisp fx of nk of r rad, 7thR

This code signifies a previously sustained, non-displaced fracture of the neck of the right radius that is now healing improperly (malunion). The original injury was an open fracture, classified as type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating significant soft tissue damage and contamination. This code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific complication.

Use this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment or evaluation of a malunited, non-displaced right radial neck fracture. The initial injury must have been an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the current encounter is for managing the malunion. This code is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the original fracture was an "open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC" of the right radial neck.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the fracture or for nonunion; a different code would apply for those scenarios.