Displaced fracture of neck of right radius, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture of the neck of the right radius, where the bone fragments were not in their anatomical alignment at the time of the initial injury. This could include conditions such as malunion, nonunion, chronic pain, or functional limitations directly attributable to the original displaced fracture.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a past displaced fracture of the neck of the right radius. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing ongoing issues related to the healed or healing fracture, rather than the acute injury itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M84.4xx for malunion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior displaced right radial neck fracture.
• Verify the "S" seventh character is appropriate for sequela, indicating a complication or late effect.