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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Fractured Tibia

ICD-10 Coding for Fractured Tibia

S82.201A
S82.142A

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

Also Known as:
Tibia Fracture
Broken Tibia
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Fractured Tibia

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Fractured Tibia

Use ICD-10 code S82.201A for unspecified fracture of shaft of right tibia, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified fracture of shaft of right tibia, initial encounter

Billable Code
S82.201A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of fracture confirmed by imaging
documentation:
  • • Documentation of fracture type and laterality

Applicable To

  • • Fracture of tibial shaft

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality and displacement are documented for precise coding.

Displaced fracture of lateral condyle of left tibia, initial encounter

Billable Code
S82.142A
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Lateral tibial plateau fracture

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the condyle and displacement.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W00.0XXA

Fall on same level

Use to specify the external cause of the fracture.

V43.5XXA

Car occupant injured in collision

Use for motor vehicle accident-related fractures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a fractured tibia?

The ICD-10 code for a fractured tibia varies based on specifics like location and displacement. Common codes include S82.201A for unspecified shaft fractures.

How do you document a tibial fracture?

Document a tibial fracture by specifying the fracture type, location, displacement, and laterality, supported by imaging results.

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