Oth fx of lower end unsp radius, subs for clos fx w malunion

This diagnosis code indicates a fracture of the lower end of the radius that is not specifically classified as another type, such as a Colles' or Smith's fracture, and has healed improperly (malunion). The fracture was initially closed, meaning the skin was not broken, and the patient is now in a subsequent phase of care for this complication.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, physical therapy, or further evaluation of a previously treated, non-specific distal radius fracture that has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This applies when the initial injury was a closed fracture and the current encounter addresses the resulting malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other" fracture type and the presence of malunion.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture was originally closed; open fractures would require a different code.