Sltr-haris Type II physeal fracture of left metatarsal, init

This code signifies a specific growth plate fracture in the left foot, where the fracture line extends through the physis and into the metaphysis. It is a Salter-Harris Type II injury, indicating the epiphyseal plate is involved with a metaphyseal fragment. This is an initial encounter for a closed fracture, meaning the skin is intact over the injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed Salter-Harris Type II fracture of any of the left metatarsals. This applies when the fracture is closed and the patient is receiving initial treatment, such as casting or splinting, for the injury. It is appropriate for the first visit related to this specific fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" metatarsal and "Type II" Salter-Harris.
• Confirm "initial encounter" for the current treatment period.
• Verify the fracture is "closed"; open fractures require different coding.