Disp fx of trapezoid, left wrist, subs for fx w delay heal

This code signifies a fracture of the trapezoid bone in the left wrist that has shifted out of its normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the patient is in a later stage of healing, but the fracture is not progressing as expected, suggesting a delay in the bone's recovery process.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed and treated displaced left trapezoid fracture is experiencing delayed healing. This would apply when the physician documents persistent pain, swelling, or radiographic evidence of incomplete union beyond the typical healing timeframe for this type of fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "left wrist" for the trapezoid fracture.
• Verify the encounter is for a subsequent visit related to the fracture and not an initial treatment.
• Look for physician documentation explicitly stating or implying "delayed healing" or a similar term indicating a slower-than-expected recovery.