Nondisp fx of neck of scapula, r shoulder, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture of the neck of the right scapula where the bone fragments remain in their anatomical position. Importantly, this fracture is open, meaning there is a break in the skin and soft tissue communicating with the fracture site. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced open fracture of the right scapular neck. This applies to the initial phase of care, including emergency department visits, initial surgical repair, or the first inpatient admission for this injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the right scapular neck.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Always code associated external cause codes (e.g., fall, motor vehicle accident) to provide a complete picture of the injury.