Unsp physeal fracture of upper end of radius, unsp arm, init

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate (physis) at the upper end of the radius bone, near the elbow. The specific location or type of physeal fracture is not documented, and the affected arm is also not specified.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, closed physeal fracture of the proximal radius, and the medical record lacks detailed information regarding the fracture's precise location (e.g., Salter-Harris type) or laterality. This is appropriate for the initial treatment encounter when further diagnostic clarity is pending.

• Only use for the initial encounter of a closed fracture. Subsequent care requires a different encounter character.
• Avoid this code if the laterality (left or right arm) is documented; use a more specific code.
• Seek clarification from the provider if the Salter-Harris classification or specific fracture site within the physis is known.