Question 1

Is S42.021 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S42.021 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for displaced fracture of shaft of right clavicle. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code S42.021 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S42.021 represents Displaced fracture of shaft of right clavicle. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code S42.021 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S42.021 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S42.021?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S42.021 is S42.02 (Fracture of shaft of clavicle). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does S42.021 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S42.021 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter for closed fracture), B (initial encounter for open fracture), D (subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing) and 4 more options. Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., S42.021XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S42.021A2026

Excludes11Not coded together

Excludes27Not included here

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes4Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions7Fracture encounter types

Is S42.021 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code S42.021 mean?

When was ICD-10 code S42.021 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S42.021?

Does S42.021 require a 7th character extension?