Displ transverse fx shaft of unsp rad, 7thG

This code signifies a displaced fracture occurring in the mid-portion (shaft) of the radius bone, where the break runs across the bone. The fracture's exact location within the radius is not specified, and the patient is currently receiving follow-up care for this closed injury, which is experiencing a delay in the normal healing process.

Apply this code when documenting subsequent encounters for a patient with a previously diagnosed, non-healing, displaced transverse shaft fracture of an unspecified radius. This is appropriate for office visits, hospital outpatient visits, or other follow-up care where delayed union is being addressed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced," "transverse," and "delayed healing" for a closed fracture.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.
• Verify laterality (left/right) if specified in the documentation; "unspecified" is used when not documented.