ICD-10-CM S12.491: Other nondisplaced fracture of fifth cervical vertebra

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S12.491

Other nondisplaced fracture of fifth cervical vertebra

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About ICD-10-CM Code S12.491 (Other nondisplaced fracture of fifth cervical vertebra)

ICD-10-CM code S12.491 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 S12.491 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S12.491 - Other nondisplaced fracture of fifth cervical vertebra. 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 Other nondisplaced fracture of fifth cervical vertebra.