Displaced longitudinal fracture of left patella, init

This code signifies a break in the left kneecap that runs lengthwise, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. This specific diagnosis indicates the initial treatment for this type of fracture, and the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced longitudinal fracture of the left patella. This is appropriate for the initial visit where definitive treatment, such as casting or surgery, is planned or initiated for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "longitudinal" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm the fracture is of the "left patella" and that this is the "initial encounter" for treatment.
• Verify the fracture is "closed" (no open wound communicating with the fracture site).