Disp fx of dist pole of navic bone of l wrs, 7thP

This code indicates a fracture of the lower portion of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist that has healed incorrectly, resulting in a deformity (malunion). This specific code is used when the patient is seen for follow-up care related to this improperly healed fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting for ongoing management or evaluation of a previously treated, displaced distal pole scaphoid fracture of the left wrist that has demonstrably healed in a misaligned position. This applies to encounters where the malunion itself is the focus of the visit, such as for pain management, functional assessment, or planning for corrective surgery.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "malunion" and not "nonunion" or "delayed healing."
• Verify the fracture location is the "distal pole" of the scaphoid and on the "left" wrist.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for the fracture, indicating ongoing care after initial treatment.