Disp fx of greater tuberosity of unsp humerus, init

This code signifies a break in the greater tuberosity, a bony prominence on the upper part of the humerus (upper arm bone), which has shifted out of its normal anatomical position. The specific side (left or right) of the humerus is not documented. This is the initial treatment for a fracture where the skin remains intact.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the greater tuberosity of the humerus when the laterality is not specified in the medical record. This applies to the first encounter for treatment of this specific injury, where there is no open wound communicating with the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "displaced" and "greater tuberosity" to support this specific code.
• If laterality (left or right) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• Confirm "initial encounter" and "closed fracture" are appropriate for the patient's current treatment phase and injury type.