Unsp fracture of navicular bone of left wrist, init

This code signifies a fracture of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist where the specific type of fracture (e.g., displaced, non-displaced) is not documented. The skin overlying the fracture remains intact, indicating a closed injury. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment phase of the injury.

This code is appropriate for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed scaphoid fracture of the left wrist when the medical record does not specify the fracture type. It is used for the initial encounter for treatment, such as casting, splinting, or surgical planning.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "left wrist" and "scaphoid" or "navicular" bone.
• Only use the "A" seventh character for the initial treatment of the fracture.
• If the fracture type (e.g., displaced, non-displaced) is later identified, a more specific code should be used for subsequent encounters.