Question 1

Is S52.272 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S52.272 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for monteggia's fracture of left ulna. It can be used for medical billing and reimbursement purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code S52.272 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S52.272 represents Monteggia's fracture of left ulna. 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 S52.272 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S52.272 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 S52.272?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S52.272 is S52.27 (Monteggia's fracture of ulna). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does S52.272 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S52.272 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter for closed fracture), B (initial encounter for open fracture type I or II), C (initial encounter for open fracture type IIIA, IIIB, or IIIC) and 13 more options. Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., S52.272XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S52.2722027

Excludes11Not coded together

Excludes28Not included here

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes6Additional information

7th Character Extensions16Fracture encounter types

Is S52.272 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code S52.272 mean?

When was ICD-10 code S52.272 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S52.272?

Does S52.272 require a 7th character extension?