Disp fx of triquetrum bone, left wrist, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture of the triquetrum bone in the left wrist that is out of alignment (displaced) and has broken through the skin (open fracture). This injury typically results from significant trauma to the wrist.

Apply this code for initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced, open fracture of the left triquetrum. This includes scenarios where the patient is undergoing surgical repair or initial wound management for the open injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the left triquetrum.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; verify the encounter type.
• Code additional injuries or complications separately as documented.