Other physeal fracture of unspecified metatarsal, init

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) of an unspecified metatarsal bone in the foot, which is not open to the external environment. This type of fracture is typically seen in children and adolescents, as their growth plates are still active and susceptible to injury.

Apply this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with a closed physeal fracture of any metatarsal, and the specific metatarsal involved is not documented. This is appropriate for acute injuries where the patient is receiving initial treatment, such as casting or splinting.

• Ensure documentation clearly states a "physeal" or "growth plate" fracture of a metatarsal.
• Only use this code when the specific metatarsal (e.g., first, second) is not identified in the medical record.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for the fracture. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.