Displ transverse fx shaft of l rad, 7thR

This code describes a left radial shaft fracture that has healed incorrectly (malunion) following an initial open injury classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. The fracture is located in the mid-portion of the radius and the bone fragments are no longer in their anatomical alignment. This specific code is for use during a subsequent encounter for care related to this malunion.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a severe open fracture of the left radial shaft, and that fracture has now healed with a noticeable deformity or misalignment. This applies to situations where the patient is being evaluated or treated for complications arising from the malunion, such as pain, functional limitations, or planning for corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and the "subsequent encounter" status.
• Verify the original open fracture was indeed Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC as per Gustilo-Anderson classification.
• Do not use for nonunion, delayed union, or initial fracture care.