Disp fx of hook pro of hamate bone, l wrist, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the hook-shaped projection of the hamate bone, located on the left side of the wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific injury involves an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site. It represents the initial treatment encounter for this type of injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial diagnosis and treatment of a patient presenting with a displaced open fracture of the hook of the left hamate bone. This would include scenarios such as an emergency department visit or initial surgical repair following a direct impact or fall onto the wrist.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the hook of the hamate.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly documented as "left wrist."
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.