Nondisp seg fx shaft of rad, l arm, init for opn fx type I/2

This code describes a fracture in the middle section of the left radius bone that is broken in at least two places (segmental) but the bone fragments are still aligned (nondisplaced). The skin over the fracture site is broken, but the wound is relatively clean and small, indicating an open fracture of Type I or II.

Use this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with a left radial shaft fracture that is documented as segmental and nondisplaced, and the physician notes an open wound consistent with Gustilo-Anderson Type I or II classification. This applies to the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this specific injury.

• Confirm documentation specifies "segmental" and "nondisplaced" for the radial shaft.
• Verify the fracture is on the "left" arm and the encounter is for "initial" treatment.
• Ensure the medical record clearly indicates an open fracture classified as Type I or Type II.