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

Displaced fracture of proximal third of navicular [scaphoid] bone of unspecified wrist, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a displaced fracture located in the proximal third of the scaphoid bone within an unspecified wrist. It specifically indicates that the fracture has not healed properly, leading to a nonunion, and the patient is presenting for a subsequent encounter related to this ongoing issue.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a previously diagnosed, displaced scaphoid fracture (proximal third) that has failed to unite. This includes visits for continued treatment, monitoring, or evaluation of the nonunion, such as prior to surgical intervention or during conservative management attempts.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
Verify the encounter is for "nonunion" and not a routine follow-up for a healing fracture.
Always code laterality if specified in the medical record, as this code is for an unspecified wrist.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S62.033Disp fx of proximal third of navicular bone of unsp wrist

S62.033K(current)

Crosswalks

733.82ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S62Fracture at wrist and hand level S62.0Fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.00Unspecified fracture of navicular [scaphoid] bone of wrist S62.001Unspecified fracture of navicular bone of right wrist S62.001A