Nondisp fx of acromial process, unsp shldr, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the acromial process, the bony projection at the top of the shoulder blade, where the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. The fracture is an open type, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and this code is used for the initial treatment of the injury. The specific shoulder (left or right) is not documented.

This code is appropriate for the initial encounter for an open acromial process fracture that has not been surgically reduced or fixated, and the physician documentation does not specify laterality. This would apply to a patient presenting to the emergency department or clinic for the first time with such an injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and "nondisplaced."
• Verify this is the initial encounter for the fracture treatment.
• If laterality (left or right shoulder) is specified, a more specific code should be used.