Nondisp artic fx head of unsp femr, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a fracture of the femoral head that has not shifted from its normal position, specifically involving the articular surface. It indicates that the fracture is an open type I or II, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and this is the initial encounter for treatment.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the femoral head's articular surface that is classified as an open type I or II injury. This is appropriate for the initial phase of care, such as emergency department visits or initial hospital admissions for definitive treatment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "articular" to support this code.
• Verify the open fracture type (I or II) is clearly documented; other open types require different codes.
• Confirm this is the "initial encounter" for the fracture; subsequent care uses different encounter codes.