Bent bone of r radius, subs for opn fx type I/2 w routn heal

This code indicates a bent bone deformity of the right radius, specifically when the initial injury was an open fracture (Type I or II) that is now in the routine healing phase. It signifies a follow-up encounter for a previously treated open radial fracture where the bone has healed with a noticeable angulation or curvature.

Apply this code for patients presenting for follow-up care of a right radial open fracture (Type I or II) where imaging or clinical examination confirms a bent bone deformity, and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications like delayed union or nonunion. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right radius" and "bent bone" or similar angulation.
• Verify the original injury was an "open fracture type I or II" and that healing is "routine."
• This code is for subsequent encounters; an initial encounter code would have been used for the acute injury.