Other physeal fracture of right calcaneus, init

This code signifies a fracture affecting the growth plate (physis) of the right heel bone, specifically one that is not otherwise specified as a Salter-Harris type. It indicates that the skin overlying the fracture remains intact, and this is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this particular injury.

Use this code for a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed, closed growth plate fracture of the right calcaneus that does not fit the criteria for a more specific Salter-Harris classification. This is appropriate for initial encounters in an emergency department, urgent care, or orthopedic clinic setting.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right calcaneus and confirms a physeal involvement.
• Verify the fracture is closed and this is the initial treatment encounter.
• If a specific Salter-Harris type is documented, a more precise code should be used.