Nondisp spiral fracture of shaft of radius, right arm, init

This code signifies a break in the shaft of the right radius bone, characterized by a spiral pattern, where the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical alignment. This type of fracture typically results from a twisting injury to the forearm.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, closed spiral fracture of the right radial shaft that has not been displaced. This includes scenarios such as emergency department visits or initial orthopedic consultations for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral" to accurately assign this code.
• Verify the encounter is "initial" for a "closed" fracture; subsequent encounters or open fractures will require different codes.
• Laterality is crucial; this code is specific to the right arm.