Nondisp avulsion fracture of tuberosity of r calcaneus, init

This code signifies a fracture where a small piece of bone has been pulled away from the tuberosity of the right heel bone (calcaneus) by a tendon or ligament. The fractured fragment remains in its normal anatomical position, and the injury is considered new.

Apply this code when documenting an acute, non-displaced avulsion fracture affecting the posterior prominence of the right calcaneus. This is appropriate for the initial treatment of a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture is intact.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right" calcaneus and "tuberosity" for accurate site specificity.
• Confirm the fracture is explicitly described as "nondisplaced" and an "avulsion" type.
• The "A" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.