Nondisplaced oth fracture of tuberosity of l calcaneus, init

This code signifies a break in the tuberosity (the prominent, rounded part) of the heel bone (calcaneus) in the left foot. The fracture is described as "nondisplaced," meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment, and it is a closed fracture, indicating no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for initial encounters when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the left calcaneal tuberosity. This would include situations such as a fall or direct trauma resulting in this specific type of heel injury. It should be used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "tuberosity" of the calcaneus.
• Verify the laterality is "left" and that this is the initial encounter for treatment.
• Distinguish from displaced fractures or fractures of other calcaneal anatomical sites.