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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Sternum Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Sternum Fracture

S22.20
S22.21

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

Also Known as:
Sternal Fracture
Fracture of the Sternum
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Sternum Fracture

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Sternum Fracture

Use ICD-10 code S22.20 for unspecified fracture of sternum, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified fracture of sternum

Non-Billable
S22.20
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation:
  • Fracture type not specified

Applicable To

  • • Fracture of sternum NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies whether the fracture is open or closed.

Fracture of manubrium

Non-Billable
S22.21
Non-Billable

Applicable To

  • • Fracture of manubrium sterni

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies fracture location and associated injuries.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

V43.4XXA

Car occupant injured in collision with heavy transport vehicle

Use to specify the external cause of the injury.

S27.1

Traumatic hemothorax

Use for associated hemothorax with sternum fracture.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you code a sternum fracture?

Sternum fractures are coded using ICD-10 codes S22.2-S22.23, depending on the specific part of the sternum affected. Additional codes may be needed for external causes.

What is the ICD-10 code for a manubrium fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a fracture of the manubrium is S22.21. Ensure documentation specifies the fracture location.

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