Nondisp fx of lateral condyle of unsp humerus, init

This code signifies a break in the outer bony prominence at the lower end of the humerus (upper arm bone) that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. This injury is considered an initial presentation for a fracture where the skin remains intact.

This code is appropriate for documenting the first encounter for a patient diagnosed with a lateral condyle fracture of the humerus that is confirmed to be nondisplaced and is a closed injury. It would be used when the specific side (left or right) of the injury is not documented or is unknown.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "closed fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• Only use this code for the initial treatment of the fracture; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Avoid using this code if the laterality (left or right humerus) is specified in the medical record; a more specific code should be chosen.