Galeazzi's fx left radius, subs for clos fx w nonunion

This code signifies a Galeazzi's fracture, which is a specific type of fracture involving the distal third of the radius with an associated dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ), occurring in the left arm. In this particular instance, the fracture is closed, meaning the skin is intact, and the bone is failing to heal properly, leading to a nonunion.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed and treated Galeazzi's fracture of the left radius is presenting with evidence of nonunion. This would include situations where imaging confirms the lack of bone healing after an initial period of treatment, and the fracture was not an open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "Galeazzi's fracture" and "left radius" to support this specific code.
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent phase of care and that nonunion is explicitly documented as the complication.
• Confirm the fracture was initially closed; if it was open, a different code series would be applicable.