Nondisp fx of head of left radius, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the rounded upper part of the left radius bone, near the elbow, where the bone fragments have not shifted out of alignment. It indicates the patient is presenting for the initial treatment of this injury, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for a patient's first visit for a left radial head fracture that is confirmed by imaging to be nondisplaced. This includes scenarios where the injury is managed conservatively (e.g., sling, cast) or surgically, as long as it's the initial treatment phase and the fracture is closed.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" radius and "nondisplaced" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for the fracture; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.
• Verify the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to use this specific code; an open fracture would necessitate a different code.