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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for L4 Compression Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for L4 Compression Fracture

S32.04XA
M48.56XA

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for l4 compression fracture includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Lumbar 4 Compression Fracture
L4 Vertebral Compression Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for L4 Compression Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for L4 Compression Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S32.04XA for fracture of fourth lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Fracture of fourth lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture

Non-Billable
S32.04XA
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of trauma and imaging confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Acute traumatic L4 compression fracture

Important Notes

  • • Ensure trauma is clearly documented to avoid misclassification.

Collapsed vertebra, not elsewhere classified, lumbar region, initial encounter

Billable Code
M48.56XA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Osteoporosis diagnosis
  • • Imaging showing vertebral collapse

Applicable To

  • • Pathological L4 compression fracture

Important Notes

  • • Ensure underlying pathological condition is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

S34.21XA

Injury of lumbar spinal cord, initial encounter

Use if there is associated spinal cord injury.

M80.08XA

Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebrae, initial encounter

Use to specify osteoporosis as the underlying condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an L4 compression fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a traumatic L4 compression fracture is S32.04XA, while a pathological fracture is coded as M48.56XA.

How do you code a pathological L4 compression fracture?

Pathological L4 compression fractures are coded under M48.56XA, with additional codes for underlying conditions like osteoporosis.

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