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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Distal Tibia Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Distal Tibia Fracture

S82.84-
S82.87-

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

Also Known as:
Pilon Fracture
Distal Tibial Shaft Fracture
Tibial Plafond Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Distal Tibia Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Distal Tibia Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S82.84- for fracture of distal tibial shaft, extra-articular, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Fracture of distal tibial shaft, extra-articular

Non-Billable
S82.84-
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Fracture is extra-articular and does not involve the tibial plafond.
documentation:
  • • Laterality and encounter type must be documented.

Applicable To

  • • Metaphyseal fracture not involving the plafond

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies fracture type and any associated injuries.

Pilon fracture of the distal tibia

Non-Billable
S82.87-
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Fracture involving the weight-bearing surface of the tibia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure detailed documentation of fracture characteristics and associated injuries.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M84.56xA

Pathological fracture of tibia

Use when fracture is due to underlying pathology such as osteoporosis or malignancy.

Z47.89

Orthopedic aftercare

Use during follow-up visits for fracture management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a distal tibia fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a distal tibia fracture is S82.84- for extra-articular fractures and S82.87- for pilon fractures involving the tibial plafond.

How do you code a pilon fracture of the tibia?

Pilon fractures of the tibia are coded as S82.87-, which includes fractures involving the weight-bearing surface of the tibia with articular involvement.

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