Nondisp fx of nk of l rad, 7thQ

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who previously sustained a fracture to the neck of their left radius, which was initially classified as an open fracture type I or II. At the time of this encounter, the fracture is nondisplaced, but it has healed in an imperfect alignment, known as a malunion.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters where a patient with a history of an open type I or II nondisplaced left radial neck fracture is being treated for complications arising from malunion. This would include evaluations, ongoing management, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture type I or II of the left radial neck.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; specific codes exist for those scenarios.