Disp fx (avulsion) of lateral epicondyle of l humerus, init

This code signifies a specific type of fracture in the left upper arm bone (humerus) where a small piece of bone has been pulled away from the lateral epicondyle due to a strong ligament or tendon attachment. This is considered a "displaced" fracture, meaning the bone fragments are not in their normal alignment.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed avulsion fracture of the lateral epicondyle of the left humerus. This applies when the skin over the fracture site is intact (closed fracture) and it is the initial treatment encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" humerus and "lateral epicondyle" for accurate coding.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly described as an "avulsion" type and "displaced."
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for treatment of this particular fracture.