Nondisp fx of capitate bone, unsp wrs, 7thD

This code describes a capitate bone fracture in the wrist that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for a fracture that is healing as expected. The "unspecified wrist" denotes that the laterality (left or right) of the injury is not documented.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient is being monitored for a non-displaced capitate fracture, and the physician notes routine healing. This would apply to appointments for cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or general check-ups during the recovery phase, when no complications are present.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "routine healing" for subsequent encounters.
• Verify laterality is truly unspecified; if left or right is known, a more specific code should be used.
• Do not use for initial treatment or if the fracture is experiencing delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.