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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Right Wrist

ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Right Wrist

S52.501A
S62.031A

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

Also Known as:
Right Wrist Fracture
Fracture of Right Distal Radius
Right Scaphoid Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Right Wrist

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fracture of Right Wrist

Use ICD-10 code S52.501A for unspecified fracture of the right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified fracture of the right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture

Billable Code
S52.501A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation must specify laterality and encounter type.

Applicable To

  • • Closed fracture of right distal radius

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality and encounter type are documented to avoid unspecified coding.

Displaced fracture of the right scaphoid bone, initial encounter for closed fracture

Billable Code
S62.031A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Snuffbox tenderness
  • • X-ray or MRI confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Displaced fracture of right scaphoid waist

Important Notes

  • • Ensure displacement is documented to avoid incorrect coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W19.XXXA

Unspecified fall, initial encounter

Use to describe the external cause of the fracture.

Z47.89

Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

Use for follow-up visits post-fracture treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a right wrist fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a right wrist fracture depends on the specific bone and type of fracture. Common codes include S52.501A for unspecified right radius fracture and S62.031A for a displaced right scaphoid fracture.

How do you code a right wrist fracture in ICD-10?

To code a right wrist fracture in ICD-10, document the specific bone, fracture type, laterality, and encounter type. Use codes like S52.501A for a closed fracture of the right radius.

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