Displ spiral fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thE

This code describes a specific type of fracture involving the shaft of the right radius, where the bone fragments are out of alignment (displaced) and the fracture pattern is spiral. It indicates that the injury was an open fracture, classified as Type I or II, and the patient is in a subsequent phase of care with expected routine healing.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters for a patient who previously sustained an open spiral fracture of the right radial shaft, Type I or II. It signifies ongoing management during the healing phase, assuming no complications are present. This would be used for visits such as cast changes, wound checks, or physical therapy evaluations during the routine recovery period.

• Ensure the documentation specifies an open fracture (Type I or II) and a spiral fracture pattern of the radial shaft.
• Verify laterality (right arm) and displacement are clearly documented.
• Confirm the encounter is for subsequent care and that healing is progressing routinely, without mention of delayed healing, nonunion, or malunion.