S49.12
Non-billableSltr-haris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of humerus
Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of humerus
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 (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for sltr-haris type ii physeal fracture of lower end of humerus?
The ICD-10-CM code for sltr-haris type ii physeal fracture of lower end of humerus is S49.12. The full clinical description is "Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of humerus". S49.12 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S49.12 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S49.12 represents "Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of humerus". 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 S49.12 a billable code?
No, S49.12 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 S49.12.
What chapter is S49.12 in?
S49.12 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S49.12?
S49.12 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 S49.12?
S49.12 has 3 child codes, including: S49.121 (Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx lower end of humer, right arm), S49.122 (Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx lower end of humerus, left arm), S49.129 (Sltr-haris Type II physeal fx lower end of humerus, unsp arm).
Are additional codes required with S49.12?
Yes, when using S49.12 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S49.12?
S49.12 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2843523. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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