Displaced dome fracture of left acetabulum, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the dome (superior portion) of the left hip socket that has shifted from its normal anatomical position. The fracture is open, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and this is the initial treatment encounter for the injury.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the left acetabular dome that is open to the external environment. This would typically be seen following high-impact trauma such as a motor vehicle accident or a significant fall. It is used for the initial surgical or non-surgical management of the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the left acetabulum.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of the fracture, not a subsequent visit for follow-up care or healing.
• Always review the operative report or physician's notes for laterality and fracture type (e.g., dome, column, transverse).