Nondisp transverse fx shaft of l rad, 7thP

This code describes a fracture of the shaft of the left radius that runs perpendicular to the bone's long axis, has not shifted out of alignment, and is currently healing with an unsatisfactory union (malunion). The patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this closed fracture.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose left radial shaft fracture, initially closed and nondisplaced, has healed in an anatomically incorrect position. This applies to situations where the malunion is being monitored or managed without surgical intervention to correct it.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left radius shaft.
• Verify the fracture was initially closed and nondisplaced.
• This code is for subsequent encounters, not the initial treatment of the fracture.