Disp fx of lunate, left wrist, subs for fx w malunion

This code indicates a fracture of the lunate bone in the left wrist that has healed improperly, resulting in a malunion. The fracture was initially displaced, meaning the bone fragments were out of alignment. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving ongoing care for this malunited fracture.

This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters where a patient is being treated for a left lunate fracture that has healed in an unsatisfactory position. This could include evaluations for pain, limited range of motion, or planning for corrective surgery due to the malunion. It signifies that the initial healing process has concluded, but with an unfavorable outcome.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the left wrist and lunate bone.
• Verify this is a subsequent encounter for the fracture, not the initial treatment or an encounter for nonunion.
• Confirm the original fracture was displaced, as this is a specific characteristic of the code.