Nondisp fx of middle third of navic bone of l wrist, init

This code signifies a break in the middle section of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist that has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically applies to the initial treatment phase of this injury, where the skin remains intact over the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial diagnosis and management of a left scaphoid waist fracture that is not displaced. It should be used when the fracture is closed, meaning there is no open wound communicating with the fracture.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "middle third" of the scaphoid.
• Verify the encounter is the initial treatment for this specific fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; open fractures would require a different 7th character.