Displ commnt fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thE

This code describes a complex fracture of the right forearm, specifically a comminuted break in the shaft of the radius bone that is no longer in its proper alignment. It indicates that the fracture is an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and is currently in the healing phase following initial treatment.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed and treated displaced comminuted open fracture (Type I or II) of the right radial shaft, and the healing process is progressing as expected. It would be used after the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "comminuted" for the radial shaft fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and that the healing is routine, not delayed or complicated.
• Confirm the open fracture type (I or II) is documented for accurate coding.