Nondisp fx of body of hamate bone, unsp wrs, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the body of the hamate bone in the wrist that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. It is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications. The specific wrist (left or right) is not documented or known.

Apply this code for subsequent visits where a patient is being monitored for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced hamate body fracture. This includes routine cast changes, follow-up X-rays showing expected callus formation, or physical therapy sessions aimed at maintaining range of motion during the normal healing period. It is appropriate when there are no signs of delayed union, nonunion, or other healing complications.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "body of hamate" to support this specific fracture site.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or for encounters with delayed healing.
• Confirm the laterality is truly "unspecified" if no left or right wrist is documented; otherwise, use a more specific code.