Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r rad, 7thR

This code describes a transverse fracture of the shaft of the right radius that was initially an open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) but is now in a subsequent phase of healing with malunion. The fracture itself is nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment despite the malunion.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously open, nondisplaced transverse fracture of the right radial shaft that has healed in a misaligned position. This applies when the malunion is a current clinical concern requiring ongoing management or evaluation.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "subsequent encounter" and the presence of malunion.
• Verify the original fracture was an open fracture of Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm the fracture is of the right radius shaft and is nondisplaced.