Closed fracture of acetabulum

This code signifies a break in the acetabulum, the socket portion of the hip joint, where the bone remains intact and the skin is not broken. It represents a non-displaced or minimally displaced fracture of the pelvic bone that articulates with the femoral head.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a "closed" or "simple" fracture of the acetabulum, without an open wound communicating with the fracture site. This code is appropriate for traumatic injuries to the hip resulting in an acetabular fracture that does not involve an open wound.

• Differentiate carefully between closed and open fractures; an open fracture would require a different code.
• Ensure documentation specifies the acetabulum as the fracture site, not other parts of the pelvis.
• Consider additional codes for associated injuries or complications, such as internal organ damage, if present.