Other fracture of unspecified foot, init

This code signifies a fracture in an unspecified bone of the foot, excluding the ankle, metatarsals, and phalanges, where the skin remains intact. It represents the initial treatment phase for such an injury.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a closed fracture of the foot, but the specific bone involved (e.g., navicular, cuboid, cuneiform) is not clearly identified. This is also appropriate for the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "closed fracture" and "initial encounter."
• Do not use if a more specific foot bone fracture (e.g., metatarsal, phalanx) is documented.
• If the laterality (left or right foot) is known, a more specific code within the S92.81- category should be used.