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

This code signifies a break in the inner bony prominence at the lower end of the humerus (upper arm bone) that has shifted out of its normal alignment. The fracture is an open type, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This specific code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury when the laterality (left or right arm) is not documented.

Apply this code when a patient presents for the first time with an open, displaced fracture of the medial condyle of the humerus, and the medical record does not specify whether it's the left or right arm. This would typically be seen in emergency department visits or initial inpatient admissions for this type of trauma.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and "displaced" for accurate code assignment.
• Always query the provider for laterality if "unspecified" is used, as more specific codes exist.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.