Disp fx of l radial styloid pro, 7thG

This code signifies a fracture of the styloid process of the left radius that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. The patient is in a later stage of treatment for this fracture, and the healing process is progressing slower than expected, but the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a displaced left radial styloid fracture that has not yet fully healed, and the physician notes delayed healing. This would typically be used after the initial treatment phase, such as during subsequent cast changes, physical therapy, or follow-up imaging appointments.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left" radial styloid and "displaced" fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for "delayed healing" and not routine healing or nonunion/malunion.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to differentiate from open fractures.