Nondisp fx of body of hamate bone, l wrs, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the hamate bone in the left wrist that is not displaced and has not healed properly, requiring ongoing management. It indicates that the patient has previously received initial treatment for this specific fracture and is now presenting for follow-up care related to the nonunion.

Apply this code when a patient with a documented history of a left hamate fracture presents for an encounter where the fracture has failed to unite. This is appropriate for follow-up visits concerning persistent pain, instability, or imaging findings confirming nonunion, after initial treatment has been rendered.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left wrist" and "hamate bone" to support laterality and specific bone.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care of the nonunion, not the initial treatment or a new injury.
• Confirm the fracture is described as "nondisplaced" to match the specificity of the code.