Disp fx of prox 3rd of navic bone of unsp wrs, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the scaphoid bone, located in the wrist, specifically in its upper third. The fracture fragments are out of alignment (displaced), and the skin over the fracture is broken, indicating an open wound. This code is used for the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with an open, displaced fracture of the proximal scaphoid. This would typically be seen in emergency department settings or initial orthopedic consultations following a traumatic injury. It is crucial to select this code when the fracture is explicitly documented as open and displaced.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "open" and "displaced" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the fracture location is precisely the "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.