Displ spiral fx shaft of ulna, l arm, 7thC

This code signifies a fracture of the ulna bone in the left forearm, specifically a spiral break in the shaft that has resulted in displacement of the bone fragments. It indicates an open fracture, meaning the bone has broken through the skin, and is classified as a severe open fracture (Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

Apply this code for a patient presenting for the first time with a left ulnar shaft spiral fracture that is clearly documented as displaced and open, with the open fracture type specified as IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This would be used during the acute phase of treatment, such as emergency department visits, initial surgical repair, or initial hospitalization.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and "spiral fracture of shaft of ulna, left arm."
• Verify the open fracture type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) is clearly documented.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury. Subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.