Nondisp oblique fx shaft of l rad, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a break in the shaft of the left radius bone that runs diagonally (oblique) but where the bone fragments are still in their normal alignment (nondisplaced). It specifically indicates that the skin was broken, exposing the fracture to the outside environment, classified as an open fracture type I or II.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed oblique, nondisplaced fracture of the left radial shaft that has an associated open wound. This includes situations where the patient is first seen in the emergency department, urgent care, or by an orthopedic specialist for the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" radius and "shaft" location.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly documented as "nondisplaced" and "oblique."
• Confirm the open fracture type (I or II) and that this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury.