Disp fx of dist pole of navic bone of r wrs, 7thK

This code signifies a fracture of the distal pole of the scaphoid bone in the right wrist that has not healed properly after an initial treatment. The fracture fragments are no longer in their correct anatomical alignment. This condition indicates a complication in the healing process, requiring further medical intervention.

Use this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a previously diagnosed and treated right scaphoid distal pole fracture that is now confirmed to have nonunion. This applies to situations where the fracture shows no signs of healing or has failed to unite after the expected healing period. It is appropriate for subsequent visits related to managing this nonunion, such as for surgical planning, cast changes, or monitoring.

• Always confirm laterality (right wrist) and the specific bone (scaphoid, distal pole).
• Ensure documentation clearly states "nonunion" and that this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture.
• Pair with appropriate procedure codes for any interventions performed to address the nonunion.