Fracture of alveolus of maxilla, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the alveolar process of the upper jawbone (maxilla), which is the part of the maxilla that holds the teeth. This specific code indicates that the fracture is closed, meaning the skin and mucous membranes over the fracture site are intact, and it is the initial treatment encounter for this injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-compound fracture of the maxillary alveolus. Documentation should clearly state a fracture of the alveolar process of the maxilla, confirm it is a closed injury, and indicate that this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "maxilla" to differentiate from mandibular alveolar fractures.
• Verify the encounter is truly "initial" for active treatment; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed"; open fractures require a different code.