S72.009B
ICD-10-CMFracture of unspecified part of neck of unspecified femur, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II
This code signifies an initial encounter for an open fracture of the femoral neck, where the specific location on the neck and the side (left or right) of the femur are not documented. The "open" nature indicates a break in the skin communicating with the fracture, classified as a Type I or II based on the Gustilo-Anderson classification.
Use this code when documentation clearly states an open femoral neck fracture (Type I or II) but lacks specificity regarding the exact part of the neck (e.g., subcapital, transcervical) or laterality. This is appropriate for the initial treatment phase of such an injury.
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