ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M96.A
Fracture of ribs, sternum and thorax associated with compression of the chest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M96.A
Fracture of xiphoid process associated with chest compression and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M96.A (Fracture of ribs)
ICD-10-CM code M96.A is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M96.A became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M96.A - Fracture of ribs, sternum and thorax associated with compression of the chest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Fracture of ribs related to sternum and thorax associated compression of the chest and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.