Displaced fracture of trapezoid, right wrist, sequela

This code signifies a fracture of the trapezoid bone in the right wrist that has not healed in perfect alignment (displaced). The "sequela" designation indicates that this code is used for complications or conditions arising as a direct result of the initial fracture, after the acute phase of injury has passed. This could include malunion, nonunion, or other long-term effects.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained a right trapezoid fracture and is now presenting with a long-term complication or condition directly attributable to that fracture. This applies to situations where the fracture itself is no longer acute, but its lasting effects are being addressed. Examples include chronic pain, limited range of motion, or deformity resulting from the original injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly specifies "sequela" and links the current condition to the previous right trapezoid fracture.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury; use the appropriate acute fracture code.
• Consider additional codes for specific complications (e.g., malunion, nonunion) if further detail is provided in the documentation.