Disp fx of acromial process, r shldr, subs for fx w malunion

This code signifies a fracture of the acromial process in the right shoulder that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were out of alignment. This code is used when the patient is receiving ongoing treatment for this specific complication.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being managed for a right acromial process fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This includes visits for physical therapy, pain management, or evaluation for potential surgical correction of the malunion. It should be used after the initial treatment phase for the acute fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "right shoulder" and "acromial process."
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care related to the malunion, not the initial fracture treatment.
• Always sequence this code after any codes for the underlying condition or complications being treated during the encounter.