Dr. Smith examined an 82-year-old female patient who presented to the emergency department after experiencing

Dr. Smith examined an 82-year-old female patient who presented to the emergency department after experiencing a fall at her home. She complains of severe hip pain, inability to bear weight, and an externally rotated right lower limb. X-rays confirm a displaced femoral neck fracture. After preoperative clearance, she is taken to surgery for a partial hip replacement. Which code would be appropriate to report for this scenario?

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