Oth extrartic fx low end l rad, 7thQ

This code signifies a fracture of the lower end of the left radius, outside of a joint, that is not further specified as a Colles', Smith's, or Barton's fracture. It indicates a subsequent encounter for a previously treated open fracture (Gustilo type I or II) that has healed in a misaligned or deformed position. The malunion implies a need for ongoing management or potential intervention due to the improper healing.

Use this code for follow-up visits where a patient is being managed for a malunion of an unspecified extraarticular fracture of the left distal radius, which was initially an open fracture of Gustilo type I or II. This applies when the patient is no longer in the initial healing phase but is dealing with the consequences of the malunion. This code would be appropriate for assessing function, planning corrective surgery, or managing pain related to the malunion.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "other extraarticular" and not a more specific distal radius fracture type.
• Verify the encounter is "subsequent" and that the original fracture was an "open fracture type I or II" with documented "malunion."
• Do not use this code for initial treatment, nonunion, or if the malunion is not explicitly documented.