Nondisp avulsion fracture of right ilium, init for opn fx

This code describes a fracture where a piece of the right ilium bone has been pulled away by a tendon or ligament, but the bone fragments remain in their normal anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture are broken, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This is the initial visit for treatment of this injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting for the first time with an avulsion fracture of the right ilium that is confirmed to be nondisplaced and involves an open wound communicating with the fracture site. This typically occurs due to sudden, forceful muscle contractions or ligamentous stress.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "avulsion" for the right ilium.
• The "B" seventh character is crucial and indicates the initial encounter for an open fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed "open" as opposed to "closed" based on physician documentation.