Nondisp fx of acromial process, unsp shoulder, init

This code signifies a break in the acromial process, a bony projection of the scapula, that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. The injury affects an unspecified shoulder and is being treated for the first time, with the skin over the fracture remaining intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the acromion where the specific shoulder (left or right) is not documented. This is appropriate for initial treatment of a closed fracture, such as those resulting from a fall or direct trauma to the shoulder.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "closed fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• If the specific shoulder (left or right) is known, a more specific code should be selected.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.