Nondisp fx of medial epicondyl of r humerus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture of the medial epicondyle on the right humerus, specifically an avulsion type, where a fragment of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament. The fracture is described as nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments remain in their anatomical alignment. This particular code is designated for an open fracture, indicating a break in the skin that exposes the bone.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment encounter of a patient presenting with an avulsion fracture of the right medial epicondyle that is open to the environment. This would typically be used in emergency department settings, urgent care, or initial orthopedic consultations following the injury. It is crucial to use this code when the fracture is confirmed as nondisplaced and the skin integrity has been compromised.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "avulsion" for the medial epicondyle of the right humerus.
• Verify the encounter is the "initial encounter" for the open fracture treatment. Subsequent encounters would require a different seventh character.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed "open" as opposed to a closed fracture, which would necessitate a different code.