Nondisp oth fracture of tuberosity of unsp calcaneus, init

This code signifies a break in the tuberosity of the heel bone (calcaneus) that has not shifted out of alignment. It specifically refers to the initial treatment phase for a closed fracture, meaning the skin over the fracture site remains intact.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed, non-displaced fracture of the calcaneal tuberosity, such as those resulting from a fall or direct impact to the heel. This is appropriate for the initial encounter where definitive treatment, like casting or splinting, is being initiated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "tuberosity" to support this code.
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific fracture.
• Verify the fracture is closed; open fractures require different coding.