Displ transverse fx shaft of l rad, 7thH

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the left radius that runs across the bone (transverse) and where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment (displaced). It specifically indicates an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, that is experiencing a delay in the expected healing process.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed displaced transverse fracture of the left radial shaft that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now demonstrating delayed union. This would include situations where the physician is monitoring the healing progress and noting slower-than-expected bone regeneration.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "transverse" for the radial shaft fracture.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that "delayed healing" is explicitly documented.
• This code is for subsequent encounters only; an initial encounter would use a different code.