Nondisp fx of pisiform, left wrist, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the pisiform bone, one of the small carpal bones in the wrist, specifically on the left side. The fracture is "nondisplaced," meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. It also indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture were broken, exposing the bone to the outside environment.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a left wrist injury where imaging confirms a nondisplaced pisiform fracture with an associated open wound. This would typically be seen in trauma cases where the force of impact was sufficient to not only break the bone but also lacerate the skin.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "left wrist" for the pisiform fracture.
• The "B" seventh character is crucial for initial encounters of open fractures, indicating active treatment.
• Always look for documentation of an open wound or compound fracture to justify the "open fracture" designation.