Displ spiral fx shaft of ulna, r arm, 7thK

This code signifies a specific type of fracture affecting the shaft of the ulna in the right arm. It indicates a spiral fracture where the bone fragments are not properly aligned (displaced), and the fracture has failed to heal after a typical healing period (nonunion).

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed right ulnar shaft spiral fracture that is now complicated by nonunion. This would include scenarios where the patient is receiving ongoing treatment for the nonunion, such as bone grafting, electrical stimulation, or surgical revision.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "ulna shaft" to differentiate from other forearm fractures.
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with nonunion, so verify the encounter type.
• Confirm the fracture type is "spiral" and not another morphology like transverse or oblique.