Nondisp fx of neck of scapula, unsp shoulder, init

This code signifies a break in the neck of the scapula (shoulder blade) that has not shifted out of its normal anatomical position. It specifically refers to an injury where the skin remains intact over the fracture site. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the scapular neck, regardless of which shoulder is affected. This is appropriate for the first visit where definitive treatment or evaluation for this fracture occurs.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "closed fracture."
• Verify laterality if specified; otherwise, "unspecified shoulder" is appropriate.
• Use a subsequent encounter code (e.g., S42.156D, S42.156G, S42.156K, S42.156P, S42.156S) for follow-up care after the initial treatment.