Disp fx of first metatarsal bone, left foot, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the first metatarsal bone of the left foot, where the bone fragments are no longer in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the fracture has broken through the skin, creating an open wound, and that this is the initial treatment encounter for the injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, open, and displaced fracture of the great toe's metatarsal bone on the left foot. This applies to the initial surgical or non-surgical management of the injury, such as reduction, fixation, or wound care.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "displaced" and "open fracture" for the first metatarsal of the left foot.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for active treatment of this specific fracture.
• Do not use for subsequent encounters or for non-displaced or closed fractures.