Disp fx of capitate bone, right wrist, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the capitate bone, located in the right wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. The injury is an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site. This code is specifically for the initial treatment of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for the initial encounter when a patient presents with a right wrist injury confirmed by imaging to be a displaced capitate fracture. It is crucial that the fracture is documented as "open" to use this specific code. This would typically be used for the first visit where definitive treatment, such as surgical intervention or initial stabilization, is planned or performed.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the capitate bone of the right wrist.
• Verify this is the "initial encounter" for treatment of this specific fracture. Subsequent care would require a different encounter character.
• Always review operative reports or emergency department notes for details on the fracture type and encounter.