Disp fx of navicular of left foot, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the navicular bone (also known as the scaphoid bone) located in the left foot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a displaced open fracture of the left foot's navicular bone. This would typically be used in emergency department settings, initial orthopedic consultations, or during the first surgical intervention for this specific injury.

• Confirm "displaced" and "open fracture" documentation in the medical record.
• Verify the laterality is specifically "left foot."
• Ensure this is the patient's initial encounter for this particular injury, not a follow-up.