Torus fracture of upper end of unsp tibia, init for clos fx

This code signifies a buckle fracture, also known as a torus fracture, affecting the upper portion of the tibia. This type of fracture is characterized by a compression injury where the bone buckles or bulges without a complete break in the cortex, and it is specifically located at the proximal end of the tibia.

Apply this code for a newly diagnosed torus fracture of the upper tibia, where the fracture is closed (skin intact) and the patient is receiving initial treatment for the injury. This is commonly seen in pediatric patients due to falls or low-impact trauma.

• Ensure documentation specifies "torus" or "buckle" fracture of the upper tibia.
• Confirm the fracture is closed and the encounter is for the initial treatment phase.
• Later encounters for routine healing or follow-up will require a different seventh character.