Nondisp fx of hook pro of hamate bone, r wrs, 7thB

This code signifies a break in the hook-shaped projection of the hamate bone, located on the pinky-finger side of the wrist, without any displacement of the bone fragments. This specific injury involves the right wrist and is classified as an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site.

Apply this code for initial encounters when a patient presents with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced open fracture of the hook of the hamate bone in the right wrist. This often occurs due to direct trauma to the palm, such as from a fall onto an outstretched hand or impact from a sports implement.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the hook process of the hamate.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right wrist."
• This code is for the initial encounter of care; subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.