Displaced comminuted fracture of right patella, init

This code signifies a severe break in the right kneecap where the bone has shattered into multiple fragments and the pieces are no longer in their correct anatomical alignment. This type of fracture often results from high-impact trauma directly to the knee.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, displaced comminuted fracture of the right patella that has not broken through the skin. This includes emergency room visits, initial orthopedic consultations, and hospital admissions for the primary management of the injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "displaced" and "comminuted" for the right patella.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not follow-up care.
• Verify the fracture is "closed" (skin intact) to differentiate from open fractures.