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

This diagnosis code signifies a fracture of the tuberosity of the right calcaneus (heel bone) that has not shifted from its normal anatomical position. The fracture is classified as an open fracture, meaning there is a break in the skin or soft tissue communicating with the fracture site. This particular code is for the initial treatment encounter for this injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial presentation and treatment of a patient who has sustained an open, nondisplaced fracture of the right calcaneal tuberosity. This would include scenarios such as a crush injury or a fall where the skin integrity is compromised over the fracture. It is used when the patient is first seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the right calcaneal tuberosity.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Always code the open fracture type (e.g., Gustilo-Anderson classification) if documented, in addition to the fracture code.