Disp fx of neck of scapula, left shoulder, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the neck of the left shoulder blade that has resulted in the bone fragments being out of their normal alignment. This specific injury involves an open fracture, meaning there is a wound that communicates with the fracture site, and it is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this particular injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment for a patient presenting with a left scapular neck fracture where the fracture fragments are displaced, and there is an associated open wound. This would be used for the acute care of the injury, such as in an emergency department or during the initial hospitalization.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left" shoulder and "displaced" fracture of the scapular neck.
• Verify that the fracture is explicitly documented as "open" to differentiate from closed fractures.
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury to justify the "initial encounter" designation.