Unsp fracture of right ilium, init for clos fx

This code signifies a fracture of the right ilium, a large, wing-shaped bone forming the upper and back part of the hip. The specific location or type of fracture within the ilium is not documented, and the skin over the fracture remains intact (closed fracture). This code is used for the initial treatment phase of the injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced or unspecified fracture of the right ilium, and the medical record clearly indicates it is a closed injury. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment, such as emergency department visits or initial orthopedic consultations.

• Ensure the documentation specifies the right side and confirms a closed fracture.
• Only use for the initial encounter; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• If the specific type or location of the iliac fracture is known (e.g., anterior superior iliac spine fracture), a more specific code should be used.