Oth fracture of right femur, init for opn fx type 3A/B/C

This code signifies a fracture of the right femur, excluding those of the shaft, neck, or trochanteric regions, that has broken through the skin. The open nature of the fracture is severe, involving significant soft tissue damage, periosteal stripping, or extensive contamination, as classified by Gustilo-Anderson types IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a right femoral fracture (not otherwise specified as neck, shaft, or trochanteric) that is clearly identified as an open fracture of Gustilo-Anderson type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC. This includes situations requiring immediate surgical intervention, debridement, and stabilization.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "right femur" and specifies an open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for active treatment of this specific fracture.
• Do not use for closed fractures, pathological fractures, or subsequent encounters for this injury.