Nondisplaced osteochondral fracture of unsp patella, init

This code signifies a fracture involving both the bone and cartilage of the kneecap (patella) that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. It indicates the initial treatment for this injury, where the skin over the fracture remains intact.

Apply this code when documentation confirms an osteochondral fracture of the patella without displacement, and the patient is presenting for their first encounter related to this specific injury. This is appropriate for closed fractures identified through imaging studies following acute trauma to the knee.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "osteochondral" for the patella.
• Verify that this is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific fracture.
• Confirm the fracture is closed; if open, a different code would be necessary.