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

This code signifies a fracture of the trapezoid bone, one of the carpal bones in the wrist, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal anatomical alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture site have been compromised, exposing the bone to the external environment. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of an open, displaced fracture of the trapezoid bone, regardless of which wrist is affected. It should be used when the patient presents for the first time for this specific injury, and there is clear evidence of an open wound communicating with the fracture.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "displaced" and "open fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify laterality (left, right, or unspecified) is documented; if not specified, this code is appropriate.
• Do not use this code for subsequent encounters or for closed fractures of the trapezoid.