Minimally displaced Zone III fx sacrum, init for opn fx

This code describes a fracture located in the lower portion of the sacrum (Zone III), where the bone fragments have shifted only slightly from their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissues overlying the fracture site are compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the initial treatment encounter for this specific type of injury.

Apply this code when documenting the first medical visit for a patient presenting with an open sacral fracture that is confirmed to be in Zone III and shows minimal displacement on imaging. This is appropriate for acute trauma cases where surgical intervention or definitive management is being initiated. It should be used for the initial care provided for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "open fracture" and "minimal displacement" in Zone III of the sacrum.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Confirm the fracture location is precisely within Zone III of the sacrum, as other zones have distinct codes.