Disp fx of greater tuberosity of unsp humer, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the greater tuberosity of the humerus, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an open fracture of the greater tuberosity of either the left or right humerus, where the laterality is not specified in the medical record. This would include scenarios such as emergency department visits or initial surgical interventions for the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and "displaced" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify laterality (left or right) is not specified in the medical record; if it is, a more specific code should be used.
• This "B" extension indicates an initial encounter; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.