Nondisp fx of nk of unsp rad, 7thE

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a nondisplaced fracture of the radial neck, where the specific radius (left or right) was not documented. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and is now healing as expected without complications.

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

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "unspecified radius" for accurate code selection.
• Verify the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and that healing is routine, not delayed or complicated.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.