Nondisp spiral fx shaft of rad, l arm, 7thK

This code describes a specific type of fracture in the left forearm where the radius bone has a spiral break along its shaft, but the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical position. The patient is being seen for follow-up care of this fracture, which has failed to heal properly and is now considered a nonunion, despite the skin remaining intact over the fracture site.

Apply this code when documenting a patient's visit for ongoing management of a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the left radial shaft that has progressed to a nonunion. This is appropriate for subsequent encounters where the focus is on addressing the delayed or failed healing of the closed fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced," "spiral," "shaft of radius," and "left arm."
• The "K" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for a closed fracture with nonunion.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment or for fractures that are healing normally.