Disp fx of dist pole of navic bone of unsp wrs, 7thK

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the distal pole of the scaphoid bone in an unspecified wrist that has failed to heal properly. The fracture fragments remain separated, indicating a nonunion.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient with a known scaphoid distal pole fracture nonunion, where the initial injury was to an unspecified wrist. This includes encounters for ongoing management, evaluation of nonunion, or preparation for surgical intervention to address the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and "distal pole" of the scaphoid.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the fracture.
• This code is for an unspecified wrist; if left or right is documented, a more specific code should be used.