Displ spiral fx shaft of ulna, l arm, 7thB

This code signifies a specific type of fracture affecting the left ulna, characterized by a spiral break in the shaft that is displaced. It further specifies that the fracture is an open fracture, classified as either Type I or Type II, indicating a break in the skin with minimal to moderate soft tissue damage.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced spiral fracture of the shaft of their left ulna, where the fracture is confirmed to be open (Type I or II). This code is appropriate for the initial treatment phase of such an injury.

• Confirm laterality (left arm) and fracture type (spiral, displaced, open Type I or II) from physician documentation.
• Ensure this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific fracture; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Do not use for closed fractures, non-displaced fractures, or fractures of other bones.