Nondisp oblique fx shaft of r rad, 7thM

This code describes a specific type of healing complication for a right radius shaft fracture. It indicates that the fracture was oblique, did not involve displacement of the bone fragments, and was initially an open fracture (Type I or II). The "subsequent encounter" and "nonunion" specify that the patient is being seen for ongoing management of this fracture, which has failed to heal properly.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed open, nondisplaced oblique fracture of the right radius shaft is presenting with evidence of nonunion. This applies when the fracture has not healed within the expected timeframe and further intervention or management for the nonunion is being considered or provided.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and not delayed union or malunion.
• Verify the fracture was initially an "open" fracture (Type I or II) as this is a specific detail of the code.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "shaft" of the right radius and is "oblique" and "nondisplaced."