Displ spiral fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thE

This code signifies a left-sided spiral fracture of the radius shaft that is displaced. It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson type I or II, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care where routine healing is expected.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for a patient who previously sustained a left displaced spiral radius shaft fracture, which was an open fracture (Type I or II). It should be used when the fracture is progressing to healing without complications, and the patient is no longer in the initial acute treatment phase.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left arm" and "displaced" for the spiral radius shaft fracture.
• Verify the open fracture type (I or II) and that the encounter is for subsequent care with routine healing.
• Do not use for initial encounters or if complications (e.g., delayed healing, nonunion) are present.