Nondisp transverse fx shaft of r rad, 7thH

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the right radius that runs perpendicular to the bone's long axis, without any displacement of the bone fragments. It specifically indicates that this is not the initial treatment encounter, but rather a follow-up for an open fracture (Type I or II) that is experiencing delayed healing.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously sustained open transverse fracture of the right radial shaft, and the healing process is not progressing as expected. This would be used after the initial treatment of the open fracture has occurred, but before full union is achieved.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse" for the fracture type.
• Verify the encounter is for "delayed healing" of an "open fracture type I or II" and not a routine follow-up for a healing fracture.
• Confirm the laterality is "right" and the bone involved is the "radius."