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

This code signifies a right ulna shaft fracture that is spiral in nature and has not displaced. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture, despite being closed, has not achieved union. This indicates a complication in the healing process requiring ongoing management.

Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed right ulna spiral shaft fracture where imaging confirms the fracture remains nondisplaced but shows signs of nonunion. This is appropriate when the initial treatment for the closed fracture has concluded, but healing is incomplete.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "ulna shaft" to differentiate from other forearm bones or locations.
• Verify the "subsequent encounter" and "nonunion" status are explicitly documented by the provider.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed "nondisplaced" and "spiral" to avoid miscoding with other fracture types or displacements.