Displ transverse fx shaft of l ulna, 7thC

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the left ulna that is displaced, meaning the bone fragments are not properly aligned. It specifically indicates an open fracture, where the bone has broken through the skin, classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, denoting significant soft tissue damage and contamination. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced transverse fracture of the left ulnar shaft that has broken through the skin. This applies when the open fracture is documented as Gustilo-Anderson Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC, indicating a high degree of soft tissue injury and potential for infection.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "transverse" for the ulnar shaft fracture.
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is explicitly stated by the provider.
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for definitive treatment of this specific fracture.