Torus fx lower end of unsp radius, subs for fx w routn heal

This code describes a buckle fracture, or torus fracture, affecting the lower part of the radius bone in an unspecified arm. It indicates that the patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is healing as expected without complications.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is receiving ongoing care for a torus fracture of the distal radius, and the physician documents routine healing. This typically applies to follow-up visits after the initial treatment, such as cast checks or removal, where the fracture is progressing normally.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for this specific fracture type.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed a torus fracture of the distal radius, not a more complex fracture.
• Verify laterality is unspecified; if left or right is documented, a more specific code should be used.