Oth physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, init

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) at the distal end of the left radius, which is not further specified as Salter-Harris type I, II, III, or IV. The fracture is closed, meaning there is no break in the skin overlying the injury.

Use this code for the initial encounter of a patient presenting with a left distal radial physeal fracture where the specific Salter-Harris classification is not documented, or when the fracture is described as "other" physeal fracture. This applies to pediatric or adolescent patients, as growth plates are present in skeletally immature individuals.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left arm" and "lower end of radius" for accurate laterality and location.
• Confirm the fracture is closed and this is the patient's initial treatment encounter for this specific injury.
• If a specific Salter-Harris type (I-IV) is documented, a more precise code should be selected.