Disp fx of base of neck of l femur, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a break in the upper part of the left thigh bone, specifically at the base of its neck, where the bone is no longer properly aligned. This particular fracture is an "open" type, meaning the bone has broken through the skin or there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, classified as either Type I or Type II according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a displaced fracture at the base of the neck of the left femur, and the fracture is openly exposed to the environment (Type I or II). This would be appropriate for the emergency department visit, initial hospitalization, or first surgical intervention for this specific injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "base of neck" for the left femur.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly documented as an "open fracture type I or II" to use this specific code.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this particular injury; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.