Nondisp fx of medial cuneiform of r foot, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the medial cuneiform bone of the right foot that has not shifted from its normal position. The fracture is classified as an open fracture, meaning there is a wound that communicates with the bone break. This specific code is used for the initial treatment phase of such an injury.

Apply this code when documenting the initial encounter for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, nondisplaced open fracture of the right medial cuneiform. This includes the initial assessment, surgical repair, or other definitive treatment provided at the time of injury. It is crucial to confirm the open nature of the fracture and the specific bone involved.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the medial cuneiform of the right foot.
• Verify this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Distinguish between open and closed fractures, as this significantly impacts code selection.