Fracture of ramus of left mandible, 7thB

Fracture of ramus of left mandible, initial encounter for open fracture

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a break in the posterior portion of the left lower jawbone, specifically the ramus, which is exposed to the external environment due to a laceration or open wound. This indicates the initial treatment phase for this type of injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed open fracture of the left mandibular ramus. Documentation should clearly state "open fracture" and specify the "ramus" of the "left mandible" as the injured site, along with an "initial encounter" for treatment.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation explicitly states "open fracture" to differentiate from closed fractures.
Verify laterality (left) is clearly documented; do not assume.
Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture, not a subsequent visit.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S02.642Fracture of ramus of left mandible

S02.642B(current)

Same Category

S02Fracture of skull and facial bones S02.0Fracture of vault of skull S02.0XXAFracture of vault of skull, init encntr for closed fracture S02.0XXBFracture of vault of skull, init encntr for open fracture S02.0XXDFracture of vault of skull, subs for fx w routn heal S02.0XXGFracture of vault of skull, subs for fx w delay heal