Nondisp fx of body of hamate bone, r wrs, 7thP

This code signifies a previously treated fracture of the body of the hamate bone in the right wrist, where the bone has healed in an imperfect or misaligned position. The initial injury was a break in the main part of this carpal bone, which was not displaced at the time of the original fracture. The current encounter addresses the ongoing management of this malunion.

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care, rehabilitation, or further treatment related to a right hamate body fracture that has healed with malunion. This includes situations where the malunion is causing functional impairment, pain, or requires surgical correction. It is used after the initial healing phase, when the malunion has been identified.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "malunion" and specifies the "right wrist" and "hamate body."
• Verify this is a "subsequent encounter" and not the initial treatment for the fracture or a nonunion.
• Always review the patient's history to confirm the original fracture was nondisplaced.