S43.61
Non-billableSprain of right sternoclavicular joint
Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint
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
- avulsion of joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- laceration of cartilage, joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- sprain of cartilage, joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- traumatic hemarthrosis of joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- traumatic rupture of joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- traumatic subluxation of joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
- traumatic tear of joint or ligament of shoulder girdle
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.-)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any associated open wound
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for sprain of right sternoclavicular joint?
The ICD-10-CM code for sprain of right sternoclavicular joint is S43.61. The full clinical description is "Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint". S43.61 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S43.61 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S43.61 represents "Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint". 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 S43.61 a billable code?
No, S43.61 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under S43.61.
What chapter is S43.61 in?
S43.61 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S43.61?
S43.61 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71).
What are the subcategories under S43.61?
S43.61 has 3 child codes, including: S43.61XA (Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint, initial encounter), S43.61XD (Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint, subsequent encounter), S43.61XS (Sprain of right sternoclavicular joint, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S43.61?
Yes, when using S43.61 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S43.61?
S43.61 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2842571. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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