Nondisp spiral fracture of shaft of radius, left arm, init

This code signifies a fracture of the radius bone in the left forearm, characterized by a spiral break along the shaft. The bone fragments remain in their anatomical position (nondisplaced), and the skin over the fracture is intact (closed fracture). This specific code is used for the initial treatment of this injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with a left radial shaft fracture confirmed by imaging to be spiral and nondisplaced. This includes initial evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning, such as casting or splinting. It is appropriate for emergency department visits or initial orthopedic consultations.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left arm" and "shaft of radius" to differentiate from other forearm fractures.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly described as "nondisplaced" and "spiral" to support this specific code.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this particular fracture; subsequent care will require a different encounter character.