Displ seg fx shaft of rad, r arm, 7thD

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the right radius bone, where the bone fragments are no longer aligned (displaced) and the fracture line is not continuous (segmental). This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture, and it is healing as expected without complications, and the skin over the fracture is intact.

Apply this code for subsequent encounters when a patient with a previously diagnosed displaced segmental fracture of the right radial shaft is undergoing routine follow-up. This includes visits for cast changes, progress checks, or physical therapy during the normal healing phase of a closed fracture. Do not use for initial treatment or if complications arise.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "right arm" and "segmental" fracture of the radial shaft.
• Verify the encounter is for "subsequent care" and "routine healing" of a "closed" fracture.
• Distinguish from initial encounters (A), delayed healing (G), nonunion (K), or malunion (P) using the appropriate seventh character.