Disp fx of shaft of fifth MC bone, l hand, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the main body (shaft) of the fifth metacarpal bone in the left hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment. This is the initial encounter for this specific injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced, open fracture of the shaft of their left fifth metacarpal. This applies when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture, such as surgical repair, reduction, or initial casting/splinting. It is appropriate for the first time the patient is seen for this specific injury.

• Confirm documentation specifies "displaced" and "open" for the shaft of the left fifth metacarpal.
• Ensure the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not follow-up care or sequelae.
• Always review operative reports or emergency department notes for precise fracture location and type (open vs. closed, displaced vs. nondisplaced).