Unsp fracture of shaft of r radius, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a break in the main body (shaft) of the right radius bone, where the specific type of fracture is not documented. It also indicates that the fracture is an open fracture, meaning the skin was broken, and is classified as either Type I or Type II according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

Use this code when the medical record clearly states an open fracture of the shaft of the right radius, but the precise fracture pattern (e.g., transverse, oblique, spiral) is not specified. It is appropriate for the initial treatment phase of an open fracture where the wound is relatively clean (Type I) or has moderate soft tissue damage (Type II).

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" radius and "shaft" to differentiate from other anatomical locations.
• Confirm the "open fracture" status and the Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II classification are clearly documented.
• This code is for the initial encounter; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.