S32.446
Non-billableNondisp fx of posterior column of unspecified acetabulum
Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of unspecified acetabulum
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- injuries to the abdominal wall
- injuries to the anus
- injuries to the buttock
- injuries to the external genitalia
- injuries to the flank
- injuries to the groin
- fracture of lumbosacral neural arch
- fracture of lumbosacral spinous process
- fracture of lumbosacral transverse process
- fracture of lumbosacral vertebra
- fracture of lumbosacral vertebral arch
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
Code First
The underlying condition must be sequenced before this code
- any associated spinal cord and spinal nerve injury (S34.-)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any associated fracture of pelvic ring (S32.8-)
Child Codes (6)
S32.446ANondisp fx of posterior column of unsp acetabulum, init
S32.446BNondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, init for opn fx
S32.446DNondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thD
S32.446GNondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thG
S32.446KNondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thK
S32.446SNondisp fx of posterior column of unsp acetabulum, sequela
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for nondisp fx of posterior column of unspecified acetabulum?
The ICD-10-CM code for nondisp fx of posterior column of unspecified acetabulum is S32.446. The full clinical description is "Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of unspecified acetabulum". S32.446 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S32.446 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S32.446 represents "Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of unspecified acetabulum". It is classified under Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S32.446 a billable code?
No, S32.446 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 6 child codes under S32.446.
What chapter is S32.446 in?
S32.446 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S32.446?
S32.446 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); transection of abdomen (S38.3).
What are the subcategories under S32.446?
S32.446 has 6 child codes, including: S32.446A (Nondisp fx of posterior column of unsp acetabulum, init), S32.446B (Nondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, init for opn fx), S32.446D (Nondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thD), S32.446G (Nondisp fx of post column of unsp acetab, 7thG), and 2 more.
Are additional codes required with S32.446?
Yes, when using S32.446 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S32.446?
S32.446 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2838170. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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