Nondisp fx of 2nd metatarsal bone, l foot, init for opn fx

This code describes a break in the second metatarsal bone of the left foot that has not shifted out of its normal alignment. The fracture is open, meaning there is a wound communicating with the fracture site, and this code is used for the initial treatment of the injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting for the first time with an open, nondisplaced fracture of the second metatarsal bone in their left foot. This applies to the initial surgical repair, casting, or other definitive treatment for the acute injury. Do not use this code for follow-up care or for closed fractures.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "nondisplaced" and "open" for the second metatarsal.
• Verify the laterality is "left foot" and that this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury.
• Always assign an external cause code (V00-Y99) to describe the circumstances of the injury.