Nondisp fx of l radial styloid pro, 7thM

This code signifies a fracture of the left radial styloid process that is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. This specific code is used during a subsequent encounter for an open fracture of type I or II, indicating a break in the skin with minimal to moderate soft tissue damage, and the fracture has failed to heal properly (nonunion).

This code is appropriate when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed open type I or II left radial styloid fracture that has not united. This includes situations where the patient is undergoing treatment for the nonunion, such as bone grafting or revision surgery, or is being monitored for healing progression. It would not be used for the initial treatment of the fracture or if the fracture has healed.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and specifies the left radial styloid.
• Verify the original fracture was an open type I or II to justify using this specific subsequent encounter code.
• Do not use this code for initial fracture treatment; instead, use an initial encounter code.