S53.01
Non-billableAnterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head
Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Anteriomedial subluxation and dislocation of radial head
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- avulsion of joint or ligament of elbow
- laceration of cartilage, joint or ligament of elbow
- sprain of cartilage, joint or ligament of elbow
- traumatic hemarthrosis of joint or ligament of elbow
- traumatic rupture of joint or ligament of elbow
- traumatic subluxation of joint or ligament of elbow
- traumatic tear of joint or ligament of elbow
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 (6)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head?
The ICD-10-CM code for anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head is S53.01. The full clinical description is "Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head". S53.01 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S53.01 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S53.01 represents "Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head". 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 S53.01 a billable code?
No, S53.01 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 S53.01.
What chapter is S53.01 in?
S53.01 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S53.01?
S53.01 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); Monteggia's fracture-dislocation (S52.27-).
What are the subcategories under S53.01?
S53.01 has 6 child codes, including: S53.011 (Anterior subluxation of right radial head), S53.012 (Anterior subluxation of left radial head), S53.013 (Anterior subluxation of unspecified radial head), S53.014 (Anterior dislocation of right radial head), and 2 more.
Are additional codes required with S53.01?
Yes, when using S53.01 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S53.01?
S53.01 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2847153, C2847152. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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