Displ transverse fx shaft of r rad, 7thH

This code describes a specific type of fracture involving the shaft of the right radius, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of either type I or II, and the patient is currently presenting for follow-up care due to the fracture not healing at the expected rate.

This code is used when a patient with a previously diagnosed open transverse fracture of the right radial shaft (Type I or II) is seen for ongoing management because the healing process is prolonged. This would apply to encounters where the physician is assessing the delayed union or nonunion of the fracture, or providing treatment specifically for the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "delayed healing" for this subsequent encounter.
• Verify the initial fracture was indeed an open fracture type I or II.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for routine follow-up of a healing fracture without documented delayed healing.