Unspecified physeal fracture of left calcaneus, 7thB

This code signifies a fracture of the growth plate (physis) in the left heel bone (calcaneus) where the specific type of physeal fracture is not documented. It indicates that the skin and soft tissue overlying the fracture are broken, exposing the bone, and this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with an open fracture of the left calcaneal physis when the medical record does not specify the Salter-Harris classification or other details about the fracture type. This applies to initial treatment encounters such as emergency room visits, hospital admissions, or the first orthopedic consultation for the injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and specifies the left calcaneus.
• If the Salter-Harris classification is known, a more specific code should be used.
• The "B" seventh character indicates an initial encounter for an open fracture, signifying active treatment.