Sltr-haris Type III physeal fx left metatarsal, init

This code signifies a specific growth plate fracture affecting the left metatarsal bone in the foot. A Salter-Harris Type III fracture involves a break through the growth plate and extends into the end of the bone (epiphysis), but does not involve the shaft of the bone (metaphysis). This particular injury is a closed fracture, meaning the skin remains intact over the fracture site.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a Salter-Harris Type III fracture of the growth plate in their left metatarsal. This typically occurs in pediatric or adolescent patients due to trauma. It should be used when the fracture has not broken through the skin.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left" metatarsal and "Type III" Salter-Harris.
• Confirm the encounter is for the "initial" treatment of the fracture.
• Verify the fracture is "closed" and not an open fracture.