Nondisplaced dome fracture of right talus, init for clos fx

This code signifies a break in the dome (superior articular surface) of the right talus bone, which is located in the ankle. The fracture is described as "nondisplaced," meaning the bone fragments are still in their normal anatomical alignment. This is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury, and the skin over the fracture site is intact (closed fracture).

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a new, acute fracture of the right talar dome without any significant separation of the bone fragments. This is appropriate for initial evaluations, diagnostic imaging, and the beginning of treatment for such an injury. It would be used for patients presenting with ankle pain and swelling following trauma, where imaging confirms this specific fracture type.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "dome fracture" of the talus.
• Verify the laterality is "right" and that this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury.
• Confirm the fracture is "closed" (no open wound communicating with the fracture site).