Nondisp spiral fx shaft of rad, unsp arm, 7thJ

This code signifies a spiral fracture of the shaft of the radius that is not displaced, affecting an unspecified arm. The "subsequent encounter" indicates the patient is receiving follow-up care for a previously diagnosed open fracture of type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and the healing process is delayed.

Apply this code when documenting ongoing treatment for a patient with a non-displaced spiral radial shaft fracture that was initially an open fracture (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This is specifically for situations where the fracture is not healing as expected and requires continued medical attention.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft of radius."
• Verify the original injury was an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, and that delayed healing is explicitly noted.
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter would use a different seventh character.