Unsp fx shaft of r radius, subs for clos fx w routn heal

This code signifies a follow-up visit for a patient who sustained a fracture to the shaft of their right radius, where the specific type of fracture (e.g., transverse, oblique) was not documented. The fracture is closed, meaning the skin was not broken, and is currently healing as expected without complications.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters (e.g., cast changes, follow-up X-rays, physical therapy evaluations) for a right radial shaft fracture that was initially unspecified. This is appropriate when the fracture is progressing routinely towards healing and no complications have arisen.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right radius" and "shaft" and that the fracture type remains unspecified.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/complicated healing.
• Always review the full medical record to confirm the fracture is closed and healing without issues before applying this code.