Disp fx of r radial styloid pro, 7thD

This code signifies a follow-up encounter for a fracture of the right radial styloid process that was initially displaced but is now being managed non-surgically and is healing as expected. The fracture is contained within the skin, indicating no open wound communication.

Apply this code for patients presenting for routine follow-up appointments, cast changes, or imaging to monitor healing progress of a closed, displaced right radial styloid fracture. This is appropriate when the fracture is healing without complications and no further acute treatment is being rendered.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" radial styloid and "displaced" for accurate code selection.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter for routine healing; do not use for initial treatment or delayed/nonunion.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; an open fracture would require a different seventh character and potentially a different code entirely.