Unsp fracture of right calcaneus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture of the right heel bone where the specific type of fracture (e.g., comminuted, displaced) is not documented. It also indicates that the fracture has broken through the skin, exposing the bone, and this is the patient's first time receiving active treatment for this injury.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states an open fracture of the right calcaneus but lacks details regarding the fracture's morphology. This is appropriate for the initial surgical repair, casting, or other definitive treatment provided for the open fracture.

• Ensure "open fracture" is explicitly documented; otherwise, an unspecified closed fracture code should be used.
• Confirm the encounter is for the initial treatment of the fracture, not follow-up care or healing.
• If laterality is not specified, an unspecified laterality code should be chosen.