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

This code signifies a fracture in the upper third of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist that has not healed correctly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this malunited fracture.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being treated for a previously diagnosed displaced scaphoid fracture of the left wrist that has healed in an unsatisfactory position (malunion). This includes appointments for monitoring, evaluation of malunion complications, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion. It should not be used for initial fracture treatment or for nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "left wrist" and "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
• Verify that the encounter is for subsequent care of the malunion, not the initial fracture or a nonunion.
• Always sequence this code with any external cause codes and codes for associated complications or treatments.