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

This code signifies a break in the glenoid cavity, the socket portion of the shoulder blade that articulates with the humerus, where the bone fragments remain in their anatomical position. It indicates that the injury is new and the patient is receiving initial treatment for a closed fracture, meaning the skin is intact over the fracture site.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the glenoid cavity of an unspecified shoulder. This applies to the initial visit for treatment of the fracture, such as casting, splinting, or surgical planning, where there is no open wound communicating with the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "closed" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify laterality (left or right shoulder) if known; this code is for an unspecified shoulder.
• Append subsequent encounter codes (D, G, K, P, S) for follow-up care after the initial encounter.