Nondisp fx of body of left talus, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the main part of the left talus bone, which is a key bone in the ankle joint. The fracture is not displaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. This diagnosis is for the initial treatment phase of a closed fracture, where the skin remains intact.

This code is appropriate for the first encounter a patient has with a healthcare provider for a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the body of the left talus. It applies when there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site. Use this code for initial evaluation, treatment, and management of the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "body of talus" for the left foot.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; if open, a different seventh character and potentially an open fracture code would be necessary.