Displ osteochon fx right patella, init for opn fx type I/2

This code signifies a fracture of the right kneecap that involves both the bone and its overlying cartilage, where the fractured pieces are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically applies to an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been breached, exposing the bone, and is classified as either Type I or Type II according to the Gustilo-Anderson classification. This is for the initial treatment of the injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed displaced osteochondral fracture of the right patella that has broken through the skin. This would be appropriate for the initial surgical repair or other definitive treatment of the open fracture. Do not use for subsequent encounters or for closed fractures.

• Confirm documentation specifies "displaced" and "open fracture type I or II" for the right patella.
• Ensure this is the initial encounter for the active treatment of the fracture.
• Verify laterality (right patella) is clearly documented.