Fracture of alveolus of right mandible, 7thB

This code signifies a broken bone in the tooth-bearing part of the right lower jaw, specifically an open fracture where the skin or mucosa is broken, exposing the bone. This injury typically results from significant trauma to the face.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an open fracture of the alveolar process of the right mandible. Documentation must clearly indicate an open fracture and specify the right side of the mandible.

• Ensure documentation specifies "open" to differentiate from closed fractures.
• Verify laterality (right vs. left) is clearly stated in the medical record.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.