Nondisp fx of medial condyle of l humerus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the inner bony prominence at the lower end of the left upper arm bone (humerus) that has not shifted from its normal position. The fracture is an open type, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and this encounter represents the initial treatment for the injury.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for the first time with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced open fracture of the medial condyle of the left humerus. This would include scenarios such as an emergency department visit or initial surgical repair following trauma where the bone has broken through the skin.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the medial condyle of the left humerus.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for the fracture, regardless of whether surgical or non-surgical treatment is provided.
• Always code any associated open wound or infection separately, if applicable and documented.