Disp fx of head of right radius, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a fracture of the radial head, specifically where the bone fragments are not in their anatomical alignment. It further specifies that the skin and soft tissues surrounding the fracture are compromised, indicating an open fracture with significant tissue damage (Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC). This injury typically results from a fall onto an outstretched hand.

Apply this code for initial encounters when documenting a patient presenting with a displaced fracture of the right radial head that has broken through the skin. This is appropriate for severe open fractures requiring immediate surgical intervention and extensive wound management. It is crucial to use this code only for the initial treatment of the injury.

• Confirm the fracture is of the right radial head and is explicitly documented as displaced.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is clearly stated in the medical record.
• Ensure this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.