Sltr-haris Type I physl fx lower end humer, left arm, init

This code signifies a growth plate fracture at the distal end of the left humerus, specifically a Salter-Harris Type I injury. This type of fracture involves a separation of the epiphysis from the metaphysis through the physis (growth plate) without bone involvement, making it a relatively stable injury.

Use this code for the initial treatment of a pediatric patient presenting with a Salter-Harris Type I fracture of the growth plate at the elbow end of the left upper arm. This typically occurs due to a fall onto an outstretched hand or direct trauma to the elbow region.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left arm" and "lower end of humerus" to support this code.
• Verify that the encounter is for the initial treatment of the closed fracture.
• Confirm the fracture type is explicitly documented as "Salter-Harris Type I" or clearly described as such.