Unspecified physeal fracture of right metatarsal, 7thB

This code signifies an unspecific fracture of the growth plate (physis) in a metatarsal bone of the right foot. It indicates that the fracture is open, meaning the skin and soft tissue have been compromised, exposing the bone. This is the first time the patient is receiving treatment for this specific injury.

Use this code when documenting an initial encounter for a patient presenting with an open fracture of the right metatarsal's growth plate, where the specific type or location of the physeal fracture is not yet precisely determined. This is appropriate for the initial assessment and treatment phase, such as in an emergency department or initial orthopedic consultation.

• Always confirm laterality (right foot) and the open nature of the fracture.
• Ensure this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• If the specific type of physeal fracture (e.g., Salter-Harris type) is known, a more specific code should be used.