Displ spiral fx shaft of rad, unsp arm, 7thD

This code signifies a spiral fracture of the main part (shaft) of the radius bone that is no longer in its correct anatomical position (displaced). This specific code is used when the fracture is in the process of routine healing and the patient is seen for follow-up care after the initial treatment, with the affected arm unspecified.

Apply this code for follow-up visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a displaced spiral radius shaft fracture that is healing as expected. This includes situations like cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the routine healing phase of a previously treated closed fracture.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "displaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft of radius."
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for a "closed fracture" with "routine healing."
• Do not use this code for initial treatment, malunion, nonunion, or delayed healing.