S72.019B
ICD-10-CMUnspecified intracapsular fracture of unspecified femur, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II
This code signifies an initial encounter for a fracture within the joint capsule of the femur (thigh bone) that is not specified as to its exact location (e.g., head, neck) and occurred as an open fracture of Gustilo type I or II. This indicates a break in the skin communicating with the fracture site, but with relatively low energy trauma and minimal soft tissue damage.
This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of an open intracapsular femoral fracture where the specific anatomical site of the fracture within the capsule is not documented, and the open nature is classified as Gustilo type I or II. It should be used when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.
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