Greenstick fx shaft of rad, r arm, subs for fx w routn heal

This code signifies a partial fracture of the shaft of the right radius, where one side of the bone is broken and the other is bent. This type of fracture is common in children due to their more flexible bones. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care during the routine healing phase of this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up visits for a pediatric patient with a previously diagnosed greenstick fracture of the right radial shaft. This includes appointments for cast checks, X-ray evaluations confirming routine healing progress, or general monitoring during the recovery period. Do not use for initial treatment or for encounters involving delayed or complicated healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right arm" and "shaft of radius" for accurate laterality and anatomical site.
• Verify the encounter type is for subsequent care and that healing is progressing routinely, not delayed or complicated.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly described as a "greenstick" type.