DocScrib
How it WorksPricingBlog
Sign InSign UpBook a Demo
DocScrib

AI-powered medical documentation platform streamlining healthcare workflows through intelligent transcription and clinical note generation.

Book a Demo

Product

  • Medical Templates
  • Pricing
  • Integrations
  • Security & Compliance

Resources

  • Blog
  • Documentation
  • Case Studies

Contact

  • support@docscrib.com
  • +1 (555) 123-4567
  • 123 Healthcare Blvd
    Medical District, CA 90210
© 2025 DocScrib. All rights reserved.
Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceCookie Policy
Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Spine Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Spine Fracture

S12.231A
M48.42xA

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for cervical spine fracture includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Neck Fracture
Cervical Vertebral Fracture
cspine fracture
Join 10,000+ Happy Clinicians

The AI Medical Scribe for Happiest Clinicians

Save 2+ hours daily with instant clinical documentation.
Our AI scribe listens, understands, and generates comprehensive medical notes so you can focus on patient care.

Start Free Trial
No credit card required•HIPAA compliant
Recording Controls
Start recording to see live transcription
Live Conversation - Try For Free!
Real-time transcription with automatic speaker identification

Ready to Record

Start recording to see live conversation transcription

Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Spine Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Cervical Spine Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S12.231A for displaced fracture of c3 vertebra, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Displaced fracture of C3 vertebra, initial encounter

Billable Code
S12.231A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed fracture via imaging
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of the fracture and cause

Applicable To

  • • Displaced fracture of C3 vertebra

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the type and location of the fracture.

Pathological fracture due to osteoporosis, cervical region, initial encounter

Billable Code
M48.42xA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Bone density test showing osteoporosis
  • • Minor trauma or spontaneous fracture

Applicable To

  • • Osteoporotic fracture of cervical vertebra

Important Notes

  • • Ensure osteoporosis is documented as the underlying cause.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

V17.2xxA

Fall from ladder, initial encounter

Use to specify the cause of the fracture.

W00.0xxA

Fall on same level, initial encounter

Use to specify the cause of the fracture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a cervical spine fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a cervical spine fracture varies based on specifics like the vertebra involved and fracture type. For example, S12.231A is used for a displaced fracture of the C3 vertebra, initial encounter.

How do you code a cervical spine fracture due to osteoporosis?

For a cervical spine fracture due to osteoporosis, use M48.42xA, which specifies a pathological fracture in the cervical region due to osteoporosis.

Quick Navigation
All DiagnosesICD-10 Codes

Related Resources

How Medical Coding WorksBrowse All Codes