Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, init for clos fx

This code signifies the presence of more than one fractured rib on the patient's left side. It indicates that the injury is a closed fracture, meaning the skin is intact over the fracture site, and this is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this specific injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with multiple rib fractures on the left side due to trauma, such as a fall or motor vehicle accident, where the skin is not broken. This code is appropriate for the initial hospital admission or emergency department visit for the management of these fractures.

• Ensure documentation specifies "multiple" ribs and "left" side.
• Verify the encounter is indeed the "initial" treatment for these specific fractures.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" and not an open fracture.