Nondisp commnt fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thQ

This code describes a right arm injury involving a radius shaft fracture that has broken into multiple pieces but remains in its natural alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture was initially an open fracture (meaning the skin was broken) of either Type I or II, and during a subsequent encounter, it is noted to have healed improperly, resulting in malunion.

This code is used when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously treated right radius shaft fracture that was initially open (Type I or II). The current assessment confirms that the comminuted fracture, though nondisplaced, has healed with an unacceptable alignment. This code would be appropriate for documenting ongoing management, assessment of function, or planning for corrective procedures related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "shaft of radius" for anatomical accuracy.
• Verify the initial injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that the current encounter addresses "malunion."
• This code is for a subsequent encounter; do not use for the initial treatment of the fracture.