Disp fx of medial cuneiform of left foot, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the medial cuneiform bone, located in the midfoot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissues surrounding the fracture site have been compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the initial visit for treatment of this specific injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a displaced fracture of the medial cuneiform in the left foot, where the fracture is classified as open. This would include situations where the bone has pierced the skin or where a wound communicates directly with the fracture site.

• Always verify laterality (left foot) and the specific bone involved (medial cuneiform).
• Confirm the "displaced" nature of the fracture and the "open" classification through physician documentation.
• The "B" in the 7th character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; ensure this aligns with the patient's treatment phase.