Sltr-haris Type IV physl fx lower end rad, right arm, init

This code signifies a specific growth plate fracture (Salter-Harris Type IV) affecting the lower part of the right radius bone. This type of fracture involves both the growth plate and a portion of the metaphysis and epiphysis, indicating a more complex injury with potential for growth disturbance.

Apply this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, closed Salter-Harris Type IV fracture of the distal right radial physis. This is typically seen in pediatric patients following trauma to the wrist.

• Confirm the fracture is specifically Salter-Harris Type IV and not another type.
• Verify the laterality is "right arm" and the encounter is "initial" for a "closed" fracture.
• Do not use for open fractures or subsequent encounters for this injury.