Unsp fracture of left pubis, init encntr for closed fracture

This code signifies a fracture of the left pubic bone where the specific type of fracture (e.g., ramus, body) is not documented. It indicates that the skin over the fracture site is intact, and this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this injury.

This code is appropriate for initial encounters when a patient presents with a confirmed fracture of the left pubis, and the medical record does not specify the exact anatomical location of the fracture within the pubis. It is used when the fracture is closed, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left pubis" and "closed fracture" for accurate assignment.
• If the specific part of the pubis (e.g., superior ramus, inferior ramus) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.