What ICD codes are used for distal radius fracture?
When addressing a distal radius fracture, one must be familiar with the specific ICD codes for accurate clinical documentation and billing. A distal radius fracture, often known as a wrist fracture, occurs when there is a break in the radius bone near the wrist.
Here are some commonly used ICD codes related to this condition:
- S52.501A - Unspecified fracture of the lower end of the right radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52.502A - Unspecified fracture of the lower end of the left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S52.501B - Unspecified fracture of the lower end of right radius, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II
- S52.502B - Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for open fracture type I or II
- S59.201A - Unspecified physeal fracture of lower end of radius, right arm, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S59.202A - Unspecified physeal fracture of lower end of radius, left arm, initial encounter for closed fracture
Using the right codes ensures that patients receive the appropriate care and that healthcare providers are reimbursed accurately.
Please note that all the codes mentioned above are for initial encounters. If you need codes for something like subsequent encounter for open fractures, please note there are specific codes for those, and for sequelae. You may check the S52.5 ICD-10-CM range to see all of the possible codes you can use.