Disp fx of trapezoid, right wrist, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the trapezoid bone of the right wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. This injury is considered acute and is being addressed for the first time. The skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced fracture of the right trapezoid bone. This is appropriate for the initial treatment of the injury, such as casting, splinting, or surgical intervention. It should be used when there is no open wound communicating with the fracture.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "right wrist" for the trapezoid bone.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not follow-up care.
• Verify the fracture is explicitly documented as "closed" to avoid using an open fracture code.