Disp fx of glenoid cavity of scapula, unsp shoulder, init

This code signifies a fracture of the glenoid cavity, the socket portion of the shoulder blade that articulates with the humerus, where the bone fragments are not in their anatomical alignment. The specific shoulder (left or right) is not documented, and this code is used for the initial treatment of a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture is intact.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the glenoid cavity when the medical record does not specify laterality. This applies to the initial encounter for treatment, such as emergency room visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or hospital admissions for the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "glenoid cavity fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• Only use this code for the initial encounter for treatment; subsequent care will require a different seventh character.
• If laterality (left or right shoulder) is documented, a more specific code should be chosen.