Displ seg fx shaft of r femur, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a severe break in the shaft of the right thigh bone, where the bone is broken into multiple pieces and is no longer aligned. The fracture has broken through the skin, exposing the bone and surrounding tissues, indicating a high risk of infection and significant soft tissue damage.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a right femoral shaft fracture that is both comminuted (segmental) and open, specifically classified as Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. It is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair or casting.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "segmental" and "displaced" for the femoral shaft fracture.
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture component.
• This code is only for the initial encounter; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.