Disp fx of r radial styloid pro, 7thJ

This code signifies a fracture of the right radial styloid process that is out of alignment, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture of a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and is now experiencing delayed healing.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated open fracture of the right radial styloid process, and documentation confirms the fracture is displaced and healing is progressing slower than expected. This would typically be used after the initial treatment phase, during ongoing management of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and specifies the "right" radial styloid process.
• Verify the original fracture was classified as an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Confirm that the physician's notes indicate "delayed healing" for the fracture.