Displ commnt fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thQ

This code signifies a complex break in the main part of the left forearm's radius bone, where the bone has shattered into multiple pieces and is out of alignment. This particular encounter is for follow-up care of this specific fracture, which was initially an open fracture (skin broken) of either Type I or Type II severity, and has now healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion.

Apply this code when documenting a subsequent visit for a patient with a previously treated open comminuted shaft fracture of the left radius that has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This is used for ongoing management, assessment of the malunion, or planning for corrective procedures.

• Confirm the laterality (left arm) and the specific bone (radius shaft) are accurately documented.
• Verify that the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) and that malunion is explicitly stated.
• Do not use for initial treatment or for nonunion; a different seventh character would apply.