Nondisp transverse fx shaft of unsp rad, 7thN

This code describes a transverse fracture of the shaft of the radius, which is not displaced, and the specific radius (left or right) is not documented. The fracture was initially an open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the current encounter is for treatment of a nonunion, meaning the bone is failing to heal.

This code is used when a patient presents for ongoing management of a previously treated open transverse radial shaft fracture (types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) that has not healed. This would include follow-up appointments, surgical interventions for nonunion, or other treatments aimed at promoting bone healing.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "transverse fracture of shaft of radius."
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the current encounter addresses a nonunion.
• Do not use this code if the laterality (left or right radius) is known; use a more specific code.