Disp fx of prox 3rd of navic bone of l wrs, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture in the upper third of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist that has shifted out of its normal alignment. Critically, this encounter is for ongoing management of the fracture where the bone fragments have failed to heal together properly.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed displaced left scaphoid fracture, and imaging or clinical assessment confirms a nonunion. This includes scenarios such as surgical planning for nonunion repair, casting changes for nonunion, or evaluation of pain related to the unhealed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" for the left scaphoid fracture.
• Verify the fracture location is specifically the "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.