Nondisp fx of prox phalanx of l great toe, init for opn fx

This code signifies a break in the bone closest to the foot in the left great toe, where the bone fragments remain in their normal alignment. It specifically indicates that the skin was broken at the time of injury, exposing the fracture to the outside environment. This is the initial encounter for treatment of this specific injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting for the first time with an open fracture of the proximal phalanx of the left great toe that is documented as nondisplaced. This applies to emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or admissions for surgical repair of the open fracture.

• Confirm documentation explicitly states "nondisplaced" and "open fracture" for the proximal phalanx of the left great toe.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture; ensure this is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury.
• Always code any associated external wounds separately if they are not integral to the open fracture itself.