S72.101C
ICD-10-CMUnspecified trochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC
This code signifies a fracture of the greater or lesser trochanter on the right femur where the specific type of trochanteric fracture is not documented. It indicates that the bone has broken through the skin, exposing the fracture to the environment, and is being treated for the first time. The open nature of the fracture is severe, involving significant soft tissue damage.
This code is appropriate for initial treatment of a right trochanteric fracture with an open wound classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification, when the exact location (greater or lesser trochanter) is not specified in the medical record. This would include scenarios such as initial surgical debridement and fixation of such a fracture.
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