Nondisp commnt fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thG

This code signifies a comminuted fracture of the shaft of the left radius that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and "delayed healing" specifies that the bone is not mending at the expected rate.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting for ongoing treatment of a left radial shaft fracture that was initially closed, where imaging or clinical assessment confirms the fracture fragments are comminuted but aligned, and the healing process is prolonged. It would be used for office visits, cast changes, or follow-up imaging interpretations during the delayed healing phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left arm" and "nondisplaced comminuted fracture of shaft of radius."
• Verify the encounter is for follow-up care and that delayed healing is explicitly documented by the provider.
• Distinguish from initial encounters (A codes) or encounters for routine healing (D codes).