Fracture of left shoulder girdle, part unsp, init

This code signifies a break in the bones of the left shoulder girdle (e.g., clavicle, scapula, or humerus head) where the specific bone involved is not documented. The skin over the fracture remains intact, and this code is used for the initial treatment phase of the injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, closed fracture of the left shoulder girdle, and the medical record does not specify which particular bone (clavicle, scapula, or proximal humerus) is fractured. This is appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture.

• Only use this code when the specific bone of the shoulder girdle is truly unspecified in the documentation.
• Ensure the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not subsequent care or sequelae.
• Confirm the fracture is documented as closed; if open, a different code is required.