Oth extrartic fracture of lower end of right radius, sequela

This code signifies a healed or residual condition resulting from a fracture of the lower end of the right radius, specifically an extraarticular type that does not involve the joint surface. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is still experiencing long-term effects or complications directly attributable to that past fracture.

Use this code when documenting a patient's current symptoms, limitations, or complications (e.g., chronic pain, deformity, restricted range of motion, nonunion, malunion) that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained, extraarticular fracture of the lower end of their right radius. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters after the acute phase of healing has passed.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code that describes the specific sequela (e.g., M25.531 for pain in right wrist).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the past right radius fracture.
• Verify the fracture was extraarticular and located at the lower end of the radius.