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

This code signifies a fracture of the trapezoid bone in the right wrist that has shifted out of its normal anatomical position. The injury is an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site. This code is used for the initial treatment phase of such an injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with an open, displaced fracture of the right trapezoid bone. This includes scenarios where the patient is undergoing initial evaluation, surgical repair, or casting for this specific injury. It should be used when the fracture is clearly visible through a skin wound.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "open" for the right trapezoid fracture.
• Verify this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.
• Do not use for subsequent encounters or for closed fractures.