Nondisp fx of posterior process of left talus, init

This code signifies a break in the posterior process of the left talus bone that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. It specifically indicates that the fracture is closed, meaning the skin remains intact over the injury site. This is an initial encounter for treatment of the fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the posterior process of the left talus. This is appropriate when the skin is not broken and the patient is receiving initial active treatment for the injury. Examples include an ankle sprain with a confirmed fracture on imaging, or a fall resulting in this specific talus injury.

• Ensure imaging confirms the fracture is specifically of the posterior process of the left talus and is nondisplaced.
• Verify the encounter is the initial encounter for this specific fracture, not a follow-up or subsequent care.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; if open, a different code for an open fracture would be necessary.