Nondisp transverse fx unsp acetabulum, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break across the width of the acetabulum, the socket of the hip joint, without any displacement of the bone fragments. It specifically indicates that the fracture is open, meaning there is a break in the skin and soft tissue communicating with the fracture site, and this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, open transverse fracture of the acetabulum where the bone fragments are still in their anatomical alignment. This is appropriate for the initial surgical repair, casting, or other definitive treatment of the open fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "transverse" and "nondisplaced" for the acetabular fracture type.
• Confirm the "open" nature of the fracture and that this is the initial encounter for treatment.
• If the specific acetabular column (anterior or posterior) is known, a more specific code should be used.