Disp fx of base of third MC bone, r hand, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture at the base of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture are broken, exposing the bone to the outside environment.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with an open, displaced fracture of the right third metacarpal base, typically sustained from a direct impact or crush injury. This code is appropriate for the initial treatment phase, such as emergency department visits or initial surgical intervention.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the right third metacarpal base.
• Verify the encounter is the "initial encounter" for treatment of this specific fracture.
• Distinguish from closed fractures or non-displaced fractures, which have different code assignments.