Nondisp transverse fx shaft of l rad, 7thK

This code describes a situation where a patient has a transverse fracture of the shaft of their left radius that was not displaced, but the bone has failed to heal properly (nonunion). This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this unhealed fracture, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

This code is appropriate for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced transverse left radial shaft fracture is being treated for nonunion. This includes visits for cast changes, wound care (if applicable to a closed fracture), physical therapy, or surgical planning related to the nonunion. It indicates ongoing management of the fracture's healing complication.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the left radius shaft.
• Verify the fracture was initially nondisplaced and remains closed.
• Confirm this is a subsequent encounter, not the initial treatment for the fracture.