Fracture of subcondylar process of left mandible, init

This code signifies a break in the subcondylar process of the left lower jawbone, specifically referring to the initial treatment phase for a fracture where the skin remains intact. This injury often results from direct trauma to the chin or side of the face, impacting the area just below the condyle.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-open fracture of the left mandibular subcondylar process. Documentation should clearly state "left mandible," "subcondylar process," "closed fracture," and indicate that this is the first encounter for active treatment of the injury.

• Ensure laterality (left) is explicitly documented.
• Confirm the fracture is indeed "closed" and not "open" (which would require a different 7th character).
• Verify this is the "initial encounter" for treatment; subsequent care would use a different 7th character.