Disp fx of lateral condyle of unsp humerus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the outer bony prominence at the lower end of the humerus (upper arm bone), which has shifted out of its normal alignment. The injury is to an unspecified arm and is an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissue are also compromised, exposing the bone. This code is used for the initial treatment of this specific injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with an open fracture of the lateral condyle of the humerus, where the laterality (left or right arm) is not specified in the medical record. This would typically be used in emergency department settings or during the initial hospitalization for the injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and "displaced" for accurate code assignment.
• If laterality (left or right) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• This code is only for the initial encounter; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.