Disp fx of fourth metatarsal bone, unsp foot, init

This code signifies a break in the fourth metatarsal bone of an unspecified foot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It indicates that the injury is a closed fracture, meaning the skin remains intact over the fracture site.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a displaced fracture of their fourth metatarsal, where the specific foot (left or right) is not documented. This is appropriate for the first encounter for this particular injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "closed fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• If the laterality (left or right foot) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.