Type II occipital condyle fracture, left side, 7thB

This code signifies a fracture of the left occipital condyle, specifically classified as a Type II fracture according to the Anderson and Montesano classification system. The fracture is open, meaning there is a break in the skin or mucous membrane communicating with the fracture site.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with an acute, open Type II fracture of the left occipital condyle. Documentation should clearly specify the fracture type (Type II), laterality (left), and the open nature of the injury, along with an indication that this is the initial treatment encounter.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "Type II" for the occipital condyle fracture; otherwise, an unspecified code may be more appropriate.
• Verify the laterality (left) is clearly documented.
• Confirm the "open" nature of the fracture is present, as this significantly impacts code selection.