Nondisp oblique fx shaft of unsp rad, 7thG

This code signifies a specific type of radius fracture located in the shaft, characterized by an oblique break that has not resulted in displacement of the bone fragments. It indicates that the patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this fracture, and the healing process is experiencing a delay, despite the fracture being treated as a closed injury.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a nondisplaced oblique fracture of the radial shaft, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care where the fracture is not healing as expected. This applies to situations where the initial treatment was non-surgical (closed reduction or immobilization) and the healing is prolonged.

• Ensure documentation specifies "oblique" and "nondisplaced" for the radial shaft fracture.
• Verify that the encounter is for "subsequent care" and explicitly mentions "delayed healing" for a "closed fracture."
• Do not use this code if the fracture is displaced, transverse, spiral, or if healing is progressing normally.