Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r rad, 7thG

This code indicates a fracture of the main part of the right forearm bone (radius) that runs straight across the bone, without the bone fragments being separated. The patient is in a follow-up phase of treatment, and the fracture is not healing as quickly as expected, but the skin remains intact over the injury site.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of a right radial shaft fracture that was initially closed and is now experiencing delayed union. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the physician is monitoring healing progress and addressing the delayed healing, such as during cast changes, follow-up X-rays, or physical therapy evaluations.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced," "transverse," and "shaft" for the right radius.
• Confirm the encounter is for "delayed healing" of a closed fracture, not an initial treatment or malunion/nonunion.
• Verify the seventh character "G" for subsequent encounter with delayed healing is appropriate for the patient's current stage of care.