Fracture of unsp shoulder girdle, part unsp, init

This code signifies a fracture of the shoulder girdle where the specific bone involved (e.g., clavicle, scapula, humerus proximal end) is not documented, nor is the precise location on that bone. It indicates the initial treatment for a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture site is intact.

Use this code when a patient presents with a shoulder girdle fracture, but the medical record lacks the specificity to identify the exact bone or part of the bone fractured. This is appropriate for initial encounters for treatment of a closed fracture where further diagnostic imaging or detailed physician documentation is pending or unavailable.

• Only use this code when documentation truly lacks specificity regarding the fractured bone within the shoulder girdle.
• Avoid using this code if the documentation specifies a clavicle, scapula, or proximal humerus fracture; instead, use a more specific code.
• The "XA" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for a closed fracture; ensure this matches the patient's treatment phase and fracture type.