Posterior disp fx of sternal end of right clavicle, init

This code signifies a break in the right collarbone, specifically at the end closest to the breastbone, where the broken bone fragment has shifted backward. It indicates the initial treatment for a fracture that has not broken through the skin.

This code is appropriate for the first encounter of a patient presenting with a closed fracture of the sternal end of the right clavicle, where imaging confirms posterior displacement. It would be used when documenting the initial diagnosis and treatment plan following an injury such as a direct blow to the shoulder or a fall.

• Ensure documentation specifies "posterior displacement" and "sternal end" of the right clavicle.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) for accurate coding.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment.