Sltr-haris Type III physeal fx phalanx of right toe, 7thB

This code describes a specific type of growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type III) affecting a toe bone on the right foot. This particular fracture extends through the epiphysis and into the joint, but not through the physis itself, and is further characterized as an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissue have been broken, exposing the bone.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of an open Salter-Harris Type III fracture of any phalanx (proximal, middle, or distal) of the right foot. It is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair, casting, or external fixation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right toe" and "open fracture" to support this specific code.
• Verify the Salter-Harris type (III) is clearly documented by the physician.
• This "initial encounter" code is only used for the period of active treatment; subsequent encounters for routine healing or follow-up will require a different encounter character.