Fracture of angle of left mandible, init

This code signifies a break in the lower jawbone, specifically at the angle on the left side, where the body of the mandible curves upwards towards the ramus. It indicates that the skin and mucous membranes overlying the fracture are intact, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site. This is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced or displaced fracture of the left mandibular angle that has not broken through the skin or oral mucosa. Documentation should clearly state "left mandible," "angle," "closed fracture," and indicate that this is the initial encounter for treatment.

• Ensure laterality (left) is explicitly documented.
• Verify the encounter type (initial, subsequent, sequela) to select the correct 7th character.
• Distinguish from open fractures (S02.65XA) and fractures of other mandibular sites.