Nondisp fx of lunate, right wrist, subs for fx w malunion

This code describes a fracture of the lunate bone in the right wrist that was initially nondisplaced but has since healed incorrectly, resulting in a malunion. The patient is currently being seen for follow-up care or management related to this previously treated fracture and its current malunion.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment, evaluation, or management for a right lunate fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This includes situations where the malunion is being assessed for surgical correction, physical therapy, or other interventions. It signifies that the fracture itself is no longer acute but its healing complication is the focus of the current visit.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right wrist" and "lunate" bone.
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent visit related to the fracture and its malunion, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture was originally "nondisplaced" as per prior documentation.