Disp fx of neck of scapula, unsp shoulder, init for clos fx

This code signifies a fracture of the scapular neck that is not in anatomical alignment, affecting an unspecified shoulder. It indicates the initial treatment phase for a closed fracture, meaning the skin remains intact over the injury site.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a displaced scapular neck fracture where the specific laterality (left or right) of the shoulder is not documented. This is appropriate for the initial encounter when the fracture is being managed non-surgically or with closed reduction.

• Ensure "displaced" is clearly documented; otherwise, an undisplaced code may be more appropriate.
• Verify the encounter is indeed the "initial encounter" for this specific fracture. Subsequent care will require a different 7th character.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed." If open, a different code series and 7th character would be necessary.