Nondisp fx of nk of l rad, 7thE

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture of the neck of their left radius, where the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or Type II, and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced open Type I or II fracture of the left radial neck is receiving routine follow-up care. This includes appointments for cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the normal healing phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left radius neck" for accurate laterality and fracture site.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is "routine" to justify the 7th character 'E'.
• Do not use for initial treatment or if complications (e.g., delayed healing, nonunion) are present.