Nondisp fx of glenoid cav of scapula, r shldr, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the glenoid cavity, the socket portion of the shoulder blade, on the right side, where the bone fragments have not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture is an open type, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site, and this is the initial treatment encounter.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced open fracture of the right glenoid cavity. This would be used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair, wound debridement, or initial casting/splinting.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the right glenoid cavity.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the open fracture.
• Always code associated external cause codes and any open wound infection if present.