Disp fx of l ulna styloid pro, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a fracture of the styloid process of the left ulna that is no longer in its anatomical alignment. This specific injury is characterized by an open wound where the bone has broken through the skin, indicating a severe type of open fracture (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC).

Apply this code for initial encounters with patients presenting with a displaced open fracture of the left ulnar styloid process, where the open wound is classified as Type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This code is used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "left ulna styloid process."
• Verify the Gustilo-Anderson classification (IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) for the open fracture type.
• This "C" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.