Disp fx of prox phalanx of right great toe, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the upper part of the first bone of the right great toe, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The fracture is open, meaning there is a wound that communicates with the fracture site, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first encounter for a patient presenting with an open, displaced fracture of the proximal phalanx of their right great toe. This includes initial evaluation, surgical repair, or casting/splinting. It is appropriate for emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or inpatient admissions for the primary management of this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open" for the proximal phalanx of the right great toe.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent care will require a different encounter character.
• Always code the open fracture type (e.g., Gustilo-Anderson classification) if documented, in addition to this code.