Oth extrartic fx low end unsp rad, 7thH

This code describes a fracture of the lower end of the radius, outside of the joint, that is not fully specified as to its exact location. It specifically indicates an open fracture (Type I or II) that is being treated in a subsequent encounter due to delayed healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for an open, extraarticular distal radius fracture that is not healing as expected. It should be used when the fracture type is explicitly documented as Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II, and the encounter is for monitoring or intervention related to the delayed union.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subsequent encounter" and "delayed healing" for an open fracture type I or II.
• Verify the fracture is extraarticular and located at the lower end of the radius.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.