Disp fx of distal pole of navicular bone of left wrist, init

This code signifies a break in the lower portion of the navicular (scaphoid) bone in the left wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This injury typically results from a fall onto an outstretched hand.

Apply this code for initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the distal pole of the left scaphoid bone. This is appropriate for closed fractures, meaning the skin over the fracture site is intact.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "distal pole" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "left" wrist; laterality is crucial for scaphoid fractures.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for a closed fracture; choose appropriate subsequent encounter or sequela codes for follow-up care.