Disp fx of first metatarsal bone, left foot, init

This code signifies a break in the first metatarsal bone of the left foot where the bone fragments are not properly aligned. It indicates that this is the initial treatment encounter for a fracture that has not broken through the skin.

Apply this code when a patient presents for the first time with a newly diagnosed, non-open fracture of the great toe's metatarsal bone on the left foot, and imaging confirms displacement of the bone fragments. This is appropriate for initial evaluation and management, such as casting or reduction.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left foot" and "first metatarsal" to support this specific code.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly documented as "displaced" and "closed" for accurate assignment.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would require a different encounter character.