Disp fx of lateral epicondyle of l humerus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture where a fragment of bone has been pulled away from the lateral epicondyle of the left humerus, and the bone fragments are not properly aligned. This specific injury involves the outer bony prominence of the elbow on the left arm and is characterized by an open wound communicating with the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with an avulsion fracture of the left humeral lateral epicondyle that is also an open fracture. This includes scenarios such as a compound fracture resulting from a fall or direct trauma where the bone has broken through the skin. It should be used for the first encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "avulsion" for the lateral epicondyle of the left humerus.
• Verify that the encounter is indeed the "initial encounter" for an "open fracture" to use the 'B' seventh character.
• Always review operative reports and physician notes for details on the fracture type, location, displacement, and open vs. closed status.