Oth displaced dens fracture, init encntr for closed fracture

This code signifies a fracture of the dens (odontoid process) of the C2 vertebra that is not a Type I, II, or III fracture, and where the fractured bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture is closed, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a newly diagnosed, displaced, and unclassified dens fracture. Documentation should clearly state "dens fracture," "odontoid fracture," or "C2 fracture" with explicit mention of displacement and that it is a closed injury. This code is appropriate for the first encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "closed" for accurate code assignment.
• Distinguish from Type I, II, or III dens fractures, which have their own specific codes.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.