Fracture of oth part of scapula, right shoulder, init

This code signifies a break in any part of the right shoulder blade, excluding the surgical neck, glenoid cavity, or acromial process. It indicates that the fracture is closed, meaning the skin is intact over the injury site, and this is the patient's first encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced or displaced fracture of the body, spine, or superior/inferior angle of the right scapula. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the fracture is evaluated and a treatment plan is established.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" shoulder and a part of the scapula other than the surgical neck, glenoid, or acromion.
• Confirm the fracture is documented as "closed" to justify the "A" initial encounter character.
• Do not use for follow-up care or sequelae; separate codes exist for subsequent encounters and complications.