Disp fx of capitate bone, left wrist, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a left wrist injury involving a capitate bone fracture that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were not in their normal alignment. This code is used for follow-up care after the initial treatment of the fracture.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent encounters where a patient is being treated for complications arising from a malunited, previously displaced capitate fracture of the left wrist. This includes visits for pain management, functional assessment, or planning for corrective surgery related to the malunion. It would not be used for the initial treatment of the acute fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left wrist" and "capitate bone."
• Verify that the encounter is for a subsequent visit and addresses the malunion of the fracture.
• Do not use this code for nonunion; a different code exists for that specific complication.