Nondisp fx of right radial styloid process, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the styloid process of the right radius bone, which is located at the wrist end of the forearm. The fracture is "nondisplaced," meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. This code also indicates that this is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact (closed fracture).

Use this code when documenting an initial diagnosis and treatment for a patient who has sustained a nondisplaced fracture of the right radial styloid process. This often occurs due to a fall onto an outstretched hand or direct trauma to the wrist. It is applicable for the acute phase of care, including initial evaluation, casting, or other non-surgical management.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right" radial styloid and "nondisplaced" to support this code.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for the fracture; subsequent care will require different seventh characters (e.g., D for subsequent, S for sequela).
• Verify the fracture is indeed closed; open fractures have distinct coding pathways.