Sltr-haris Type III physl fx low end rad, r arm, 7thK

This code signifies a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) at the distal end of the right radius, which is the larger bone in the forearm near the wrist. The "nonunion" aspect indicates that the fracture has failed to heal properly after an initial treatment, and the patient is presenting for follow-up care related to this ongoing issue.

Apply this code when a patient with a previously diagnosed Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the right distal radius presents for a subsequent visit, and the fracture has not united as expected. This would include appointments for evaluating the nonunion, planning further interventions, or managing complications arising from the delayed healing.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" for the subsequent encounter, not just delayed healing.
• Verify the fracture type (Salter-Harris Type III), location (lower end of radius), and laterality (right arm) are all explicitly documented.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter for the fracture would use a different seventh character.