ICD-10-CM S13.1: Subluxation and dislocation of cervical vertebrae

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S13.1

Subluxation and dislocation of cervical vertebrae

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S13.1

Excludes2: Not Included Here

fracture of cervical vertebrae (S12.0-S12.3-)

Inclusion Terms
  • Subluxation and dislocation of atlantooccipital joint
  • Subluxation and dislocation of atloidooccipital joint
  • Subluxation and dislocation of occipitoatloid joint
Inclusion Terms

Subluxation and dislocation of atlantoaxial joint

Code Also
  • any associated:
  • open wound of neck (S11.-)
  • spinal cord injury (S14.1-)

Parent Code (Less Specific):

S13 - Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at neck level

About ICD-10-CM Code S13.1 (Subluxation and dislocation of cervical vertebrae)

ICD-10-CM code S13.1 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 S13.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S13.1 - Subluxation and dislocation of cervical vertebrae. 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 Subluxation and dislocation of cervical vertebrae.