Nondisp fx of nk of l rad, 7thH

This code describes a fracture of the neck of the left radius that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment. This specific code is used when the injury was an open fracture (skin broken) of type I or II, and the healing process is taking longer than expected.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced open fracture (Type I or II) of the left radial neck, and the physician documents delayed healing. This would typically be used during subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "left radius neck."
• Verify the original fracture was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly noted.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.