Nondisp fx of prox 3rd of navic bone of r wrs, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the upper third of the scaphoid bone in the right wrist that has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture were compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced open fracture of the proximal scaphoid in the right wrist. This is appropriate for the initial surgical or non-surgical management of the injury. It should be used when the documentation clearly specifies an open fracture type.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "proximal third" of the scaphoid.
• Confirm the fracture is on the "right wrist" and is an "open fracture" to select this specific code.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; subsequent care would require a different seventh character.