Nondisp avuls fx tuberosity of r calcaneus, init for opn fx

This code signifies a fracture where a small piece of bone has been pulled away from the tuberosity of the right calcaneus (heel bone) by a tendon or ligament, but the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. This specific injury is an open fracture, meaning the skin and soft tissues have been compromised, exposing the bone to the outside environment.

Apply this code for initial encounters involving patients presenting with an open avulsion fracture of the right calcaneal tuberosity that is documented as nondisplaced. This typically occurs due to sudden, forceful muscle contraction or ligamentous pull. It is crucial to use this code when the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "avulsion fracture of tuberosity of right calcaneus."
• Confirm the "initial encounter" status, indicating the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.
• Verify the "open fracture" classification, which is critical for accurate coding and distinguishes it from a closed fracture.