Oth extrartic fx low end r rad, 7thM

This code signifies a nonunion of an open fracture (Type I or II) involving the lower, extra-articular portion of the right radius. Nonunion indicates that the bone has failed to heal completely after a previous fracture, requiring ongoing medical management.

Apply this code during subsequent encounters for a patient whose initial open fracture of the distal right radius (not involving the joint surface) has failed to unite. This would be used when the patient is receiving treatment for the nonunion, such as surgical intervention, bone grafting, or prolonged immobilization.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nonunion" and "subsequent encounter" for an open fracture type I or II.
• Verify the fracture location is extra-articular and on the right radius.
• Do not use for initial encounters or for malunion, which is a different complication.