Nondisp oblique fx shaft of r rad, 7thF

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a right radial shaft fracture that is oblique in nature and has not shifted from its original position. The initial injury was an open fracture, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and is currently healing routinely.

This code is appropriate for subsequent visits where a patient is receiving ongoing care for a previously diagnosed nondisplaced oblique open fracture of the right radial shaft, specifically when the fracture is healing as expected. This includes encounters for cast changes, wound care, or follow-up imaging to monitor routine healing progress.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "subsequent encounter" and "routine healing" for an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify the fracture is indeed nondisplaced and oblique, affecting the shaft of the right radius.
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures with delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.