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

This code signifies a right arm radius shaft fracture, specifically a spiral type, that is displaced and has failed to heal (nonunion). It indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the patient is now presenting for follow-up care related to this nonunion.

This code is appropriate for documenting subsequent encounters for patients with a previously treated open spiral fracture of the right radial shaft that has not united. This includes follow-up visits for ongoing management, evaluation of nonunion, or preparation for further surgical intervention for the nonunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nonunion" and the initial open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" for the fracture, not the initial treatment.
• Confirm the fracture is of the right radius shaft and is a displaced spiral type.