Disp fx of lateral cuneiform of unsp foot, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the lateral cuneiform bone, one of the midfoot bones, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The skin over the fracture site remains intact, indicating a closed injury. This specific code is used for the initial treatment of this type of fracture.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-open fracture of the lateral cuneiform bone where the bone fragments are displaced. This would typically be used in an emergency department or initial orthopedic consultation setting. It is appropriate for the first encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "closed" for the lateral cuneiform fracture.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• If the specific foot (left or right) is documented, a more specific code should be used.