Displ oblique fx shaft of l rad, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a fracture of the shaft of the left radius that is both displaced and runs obliquely, meaning it's angled rather than straight across. Crucially, it indicates an open fracture, specifically a severe type (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) where the bone has broken through the skin, and this is the patient's initial presentation for this injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting for the first time with a left radial shaft fracture that is clearly documented as displaced, oblique, and an open fracture classified as Gustilo type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This applies to the initial treatment phase, including surgical intervention or initial stabilization.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced," "oblique," and "left radius shaft."
• Verify the Gustilo classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture component.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for this specific fracture; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.