Disp fx of greater tuberosity of l humerus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the prominent bony projection on the upper part of the left humerus (upper arm bone), specifically the greater tuberosity. The fracture fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment, and the skin and soft tissues overlying the fracture site have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for an open, displaced fracture of the left humeral greater tuberosity. This would include situations like a patient presenting to the emergency department after a fall or trauma where the bone is visible through a wound, or during the initial surgical repair of such an injury.

• Verify laterality (left) and the specific bone involved (greater tuberosity of humerus).
• Ensure the documentation clearly states "displaced" and "open fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.