Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r rad, 7thB

This code describes a break across the shaft of the right radius bone that has not shifted out of alignment. The fracture is open, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, but the wound is relatively clean and small (Type I or II).

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a non-displaced transverse fracture of the right radial shaft where there is an associated open wound classified as Gustilo Type I or II. This would typically be seen following direct trauma to the forearm.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the fracture morphology.
• Verify the open fracture type (Gustilo classification) is explicitly documented as Type I or II.
• This "B" encounter code is only used for the initial treatment phase of the fracture.