Unspecified physeal fracture of left metatarsal, 7thB

This code signifies an unspecified growth plate fracture in one of the metatarsal bones of the left foot. The "unspecified" nature indicates that the specific type or location within the physis is not documented, and "open fracture" means there is a break in the skin communicating with the bone injury. This is an initial encounter, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment for the fracture.

Use this code for a patient presenting with an acute, newly diagnosed physeal fracture of a left metatarsal where the documentation specifies it as an open fracture but lacks further detail regarding the specific physeal involvement. This code is appropriate for the initial phase of treatment, such as emergency department visits or initial orthopedic consultations.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "open fracture" and "left metatarsal."
• Only use "unspecified" when no further detail about the physeal fracture type is available.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for active treatment of the fracture.