Disp fx of body of hamate bone, left wrist, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the main part of the hamate bone, located in the left wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This type of injury often results from significant trauma to the wrist.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a left hamate body fracture that is both displaced and open. This includes situations where the fracture is clearly visible through a wound or has communicated with the outside environment. It is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and "open fracture" of the hamate body, left wrist.
• Verify laterality (left wrist) is clearly documented to support this specific code.
• This "B" extension indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.