Other physeal fracture of unspecified metatarsal, 7thB

This code signifies an open fracture involving the growth plate (physis) of an unidentifiable metatarsal bone in the foot. "Open" indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture are compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this specific injury.

Apply this code when documentation confirms an open physeal fracture of a metatarsal, but the specific metatarsal (e.g., first, second) is not clearly identified in the medical record. This code is appropriate for the initial visit where the fracture is diagnosed and treatment begins.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "open fracture" and "physeal" or "growth plate" involvement.
• Only use this code when the specific metatarsal involved is not documented; otherwise, a more specific code should be chosen.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.