Nondisp spiral fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thH

This code signifies a non-displaced spiral fracture of the shaft of the right radius that was initially an open fracture (Type I or II) and is now being treated during a subsequent encounter due to delayed healing. The fracture pattern is a spiral, indicating a rotational force injury, and the bone fragments remain in their anatomical position.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a right radial shaft spiral fracture that was previously an open fracture. This specific code is used when the healing process is prolonged beyond the expected timeframe for this type of injury. It is appropriate for encounters where the focus is on managing the delayed union of the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nondisplaced," "spiral fracture of radius shaft," and "right arm."
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current encounter is for "delayed healing."
• Do not use this code for initial encounters or for fractures that are healing normally.