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

This code signifies a break in the neck of the third metacarpal bone in the right hand, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific injury is an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site.

Apply this code for initial encounters involving a patient presenting with a displaced fracture of the right third metacarpal neck that has an associated open wound. This would typically be documented following an acute traumatic event where the skin integrity has been compromised at the fracture site.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for accurate code assignment.
• Verify the laterality (right hand) and the specific metacarpal (third) are explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Remember the "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture, requiring additional external cause codes.