tci ED Coding & Reimbursement Alert - 2014 Issue 8

What is the Gustilo Classification?

The Gustilo open fracture classification groups open fractures into three main categories designated as Type I, Type II, and Type III. Type III injuries, is further divided into Type IIIA, Type IIIB, and Type IIIC. The categories are defined by three characteristics, which include: Mechanism of injury Extent of soft tissue damage Degree of bone injury or involvement The specific characteristics for each type are as follows: Type I Wound < 1 cm Minimal soft tissue damage Wound bed is clean Typically low-energy type injury Fracture type is typically one of the following:  Simple transverse        ...

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