A fracture of one of the lumbar vertebra.

Learn about ICD-10 coding for lumbar compression fractures, including traumatic and pathologic types, with detailed documentation requirements.

If the fracture involves multiple vertebrae or occurs in the lumbar or cervical regions, different codes are used, such as S32.0XXA for lumbar vertebral compression fracture.

Jul 15, 2025 · Compression fractures are characterized by the partial collapse of a vertebra (hence the collapsed vertebra ICD codes) because of pressure exerted on a particular part of the spine. With …

Accurate ICD-10 coding (M48.4, M48.5) for lumbar compression fractures ensures proper reimbursement. Thorough documentation of pain, mobility limitations, & neurologic symptoms …

If you see an ICD diagnosis code (e.g., on a medical report), be aware that doctors may also include additional indicators to express diagnostic certainty. Only a healthcare professional can interpret …

DRG 551 MEDICAL BACK PROBLEMS WITH MCC. DRG 552 MEDICAL BACK PROBLEMS WITHOUT MCC.

ICD-10 code S32.000 for Wedge compression fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences …

In ICD10, traumas need to be combined with separate mechanism codes to fully explain the situation. And in this case, assuming that they all have the same mechanism of injury (e.g. Mechanism of …

S32.0 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity from the list below for a diagnosis of fracture of lumbar vertebra. The code is not …