Nondisp spiral fx shaft of r tibia, 7thG

This code signifies a right tibial shaft fracture that is spiral in nature and has not shifted from its anatomical position. The patient is in a later stage of care for this injury, specifically experiencing delayed healing of the fracture without an open wound.

Apply this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed nondisplaced spiral fracture of the right tibial shaft is presenting with evidence of delayed union. This would typically involve clinical and/or radiological findings indicating the fracture is not healing at the expected rate, but the skin remains intact over the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced," "spiral," and "shaft of right tibia."
• Verify the encounter is for subsequent care and that "delayed healing" is clearly documented.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (no open wound) to differentiate from open fracture codes.