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

This code describes a left radial shaft fracture that is broken into multiple pieces but remains in its normal anatomical position. This specific code is used when the patient is presenting for follow-up care of an open fracture (Type I or II) that has healed incorrectly, resulting in malunion.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously open (Type I or II) comminuted fracture of the left radial shaft is being treated for malunion. This indicates that the initial open fracture has healed, but with an unacceptable alignment or rotation. This code would be used during clinic visits or hospital stays focused on managing the consequences of the malunion, such as planning for corrective surgery or assessing functional limitations.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "malunion" for an open fracture type I or II.
• Verify the fracture is specifically of the radial shaft and is comminuted and nondisplaced.
• Confirm laterality is "left arm" to ensure accurate coding.