Nondisp fx of capitate bone, l wrist, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a left wrist capitate bone fracture that was initially nondisplaced but is now healing incorrectly, resulting in malunion. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, indicating ongoing management of the fracture.

This code is appropriate for documenting a patient presenting for follow-up care of a left capitate fracture where imaging or clinical assessment confirms malunion. It should be used when the fracture was initially nondisplaced and the current encounter is for continued treatment of the healing process.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left wrist and capitate bone.
• Verify the initial fracture was documented as "nondisplaced" to align with this specific code.
• Confirm the encounter is a "subsequent encounter" for fracture care, not an initial treatment.