S42.326
Non-billableNondisp transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unsp arm
Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unspecified arm
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 of axilla
- injuries of scapular region
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
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Child Codes (7)
S42.326ANondisp transverse fx shaft of humerus, unsp arm, init
S42.326BNondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thB
S42.326DNondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thD
S42.326GNondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thG
S42.326KNondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thK
S42.326PNondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thP
S42.326SNondisp transverse fx shaft of humerus, unsp arm, sequela
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for nondisp transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unsp arm?
The ICD-10-CM code for nondisp transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unsp arm is S42.326. The full clinical description is "Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unspecified arm". S42.326 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S42.326 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S42.326 represents "Nondisplaced transverse fracture of shaft of humerus, unspecified arm". 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 S42.326 a billable code?
No, S42.326 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 7 child codes under S42.326.
What chapter is S42.326 in?
S42.326 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S42.326?
S42.326 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm (S48.-).
What are the subcategories under S42.326?
S42.326 has 7 child codes, including: S42.326A (Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humerus, unsp arm, init), S42.326B (Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thB), S42.326D (Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thD), S42.326G (Nondisp transverse fx shaft of humer, unsp arm, 7thG), and 3 more.
Are additional codes required with S42.326?
Yes, when using S42.326 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S42.326?
S42.326 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2841277. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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