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

This code signifies a right arm injury involving a displaced spiral fracture of the radius shaft that has healed improperly (malunion). The patient is in a subsequent phase of care for this closed fracture, indicating ongoing management after initial treatment.

Use this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient whose right radial shaft fracture, initially closed and spiral in nature, has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This applies to situations where the malunion is being addressed, monitored, or is a complicating factor in ongoing treatment.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "radius shaft" to support this laterality and bone.
• Verify that the fracture is explicitly described as "spiral" and "displaced" at the time of injury, and that "malunion" is present.
• Confirm this is a "subsequent encounter" for a "closed fracture" to differentiate from initial treatment or open fractures.