Nondisp fx of lateral epicondyle of l humerus, init

This code signifies a fracture of the lateral epicondyle on the left humerus, specifically an avulsion type, where a fragment of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament. The fracture is described as nondisplaced, meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. This code is used for the initial encounter for a closed fracture, indicating the skin is intact over the injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed avulsion fracture of the left lateral epicondyle that does not require surgical reduction. This would include scenarios such as a patient seen in the emergency department or an orthopedic clinic for the first time following a fall or sports injury resulting in this specific type of elbow fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" humerus and "lateral epicondyle" to justify this specific code.
• Confirm the fracture is an "avulsion" type and "nondisplaced" to differentiate from other fracture types or displacements.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for a closed fracture; use subsequent characters for follow-up care or open fractures.