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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Vertebral Fracture

ICD-10 Coding for Vertebral Fracture

S22.080A
M80.08XA

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

Also Known as:
Spinal Fracture
Back Fracture
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Vertebral Fracture

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

Use ICD-10 code S22.080A for wedge compression fracture of t11-t12 vertebra, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter

Billable Code
S22.080A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of trauma leading to fracture
documentation:
  • • Detailed description of fracture type and cause

Applicable To

  • • Acute traumatic wedge compression fracture

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the fracture as traumatic and details the external cause.

Osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra

Billable Code
M80.08XA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • DXA scan showing osteoporosis
  • • Fracture without significant trauma

Applicable To

  • • Pathological fracture due to osteoporosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure osteoporosis is documented as the cause of the fracture.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W00.0XXA

Fall on same level from slipping, tripping and stumbling

Use to specify the external cause of the traumatic fracture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for a T12 vertebral fracture?

The ICD-10 code for a T12 vertebral fracture, specifically a wedge compression fracture, is S22.080A for the initial encounter.

How do you code a vertebral fracture due to osteoporosis?

For vertebral fractures due to osteoporosis, use ICD-10 code M80.08XA, indicating a pathological fracture.

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