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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Sprain

ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Sprain

S23.3XXA
S23.3XXD

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

Also Known as:
Thoracic Ligament Sprain
Mid-back Sprain
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Sprain

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Thoracic Sprain

Use ICD-10 code S23.3XXA for sprain of ligaments of thoracic spine, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sprain of ligaments of thoracic spine, initial encounter

Billable Code
S23.3XXA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of ligament-specific tenderness and mechanism of injury
coding:
  • • Use of correct 7th character for encounter type

Applicable To

  • • Acute thoracic ligament sprain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies ligament involvement to avoid misclassification.

Sprain of ligaments of thoracic spine, subsequent encounter

Billable Code
S23.3XXD
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Follow-up care for thoracic ligament sprain

Important Notes

  • • Ensure transition from initial to subsequent code is documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W00.0XXA

Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling, initial encounter

Use to specify the external cause of the thoracic sprain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for thoracic sprain?

The ICD-10 code for thoracic sprain is S23.3XXA for the initial encounter. It is used when there is documented ligament involvement in the thoracic spine.

How do you code a thoracic sprain for a follow-up visit?

For follow-up visits of a thoracic sprain, use S23.3XXD. Ensure documentation reflects ongoing care and improvement.

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