Displaced oblique fracture of shaft of right radius, sequela

This code signifies a specific type of fracture affecting the shaft of the right radius. It indicates an oblique break that is no longer in its anatomical alignment (displaced) and is being reported as a sequela, meaning it's a late effect or complication of an earlier acute injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic issue or complication directly attributable to a previously sustained, now healed or healing, displaced oblique fracture of the right radial shaft. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing ongoing pain, malunion, nonunion, or other long-term effects of the original fracture.

• Always assign an additional code for the underlying condition or complication (e.g., malunion, nonunion, pain) if applicable.
• Ensure the medical record clearly documents the "sequela" aspect, indicating this is not an acute injury.
• Verify laterality (right) and the specific fracture type (oblique, shaft) are accurately documented.