2-part disp fx of surgical neck of right humerus, init

This code signifies a break in the upper part of the right humerus, specifically at the surgical neck, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This injury is considered a closed fracture, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the surgical neck of the right humerus. It is used when the fracture has not broken through the skin.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "surgical neck" for accurate coding.
• Verify the encounter is "initial" for the fracture treatment.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" as indicated in the patient's medical record.