Find information on right radial fracture diagnosis, including clinical documentation tips, ICD-10 and CPT codes for medical billing, and healthcare resources for proper coding and documentation. Learn about distal radius fracture, radial shaft fracture, and other types of right radius fractures. Understand the documentation requirements for accurate medical coding related to right radius fractures. Explore resources for healthcare professionals on right radial fracture diagnosis, treatment, and coding best practices.
Also known as
Fracture of forearm
This range covers fractures of the radius and ulna.
Fracture of upper end of radius
Includes fractures of the radial head, neck, and tuberosity.
Fracture of shaft of radius
This range encompasses fractures of the radial diaphysis.
Fracture of distal end of radius
Includes Colles' and Smith's fractures, common wrist fractures.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the right radial fracture closed?
Yes
Is it displaced?
No
Type of open fracture?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Right Radial Fracture |
Right Radial Head Fracture |
Right Distal Radius Fracture |
Missing or unclear documentation specifying the right radial fracture, potentially leading to incorrect coding or billing.
Lack of documentation detailing the specific type of right radial fracture (e.g., distal, shaft) impacting accurate code assignment.
Failure to document and code any associated injuries with the right radial fracture, such as nerve damage or other fractures.
Patient presents with complaints of right wrist pain and swelling following a fall onto an outstretched hand. On physical examination, tenderness is noted over the distal radius. Positive snuffbox tenderness is not appreciated, suggesting a low probability of scaphoid fracture. Ecchymosis and edema are present at the site of injury. Range of motion is limited due to pain. Neurovascular examination of the hand reveals intact sensation and capillary refill. Radiographic imaging of the right wrist confirms a closed, displaced fracture of the distal radius. Diagnosis: Right radial fracture. Treatment plan includes closed reduction and immobilization with a short arm cast. Patient education provided on cast care, pain management with ibuprofen, and follow-up appointment scheduled in one week for repeat radiographs and assessment of fracture healing. ICD-10 code S52.501A, unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture. CPT code 25600 for closed treatment of distal radial fracture without manipulation. Differential diagnosis included wrist sprain, scaphoid fracture, and ulnar styloid fracture. Patient advised to return to the clinic or emergency department for any increase in pain, numbness, or tingling in the affected hand.