ICD-10-CM S42.4: Fracture of lower end of humerus

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S42.4

Fracture of lower end of humerus

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S42.4

Excludes2: Not Included Here
  • fracture of shaft of humerus (S42.3-)
  • physeal fracture of lower end of humerus (S49.1-)
Inclusion Terms

Fracture of distal end of humerus

Inclusion Terms

Fracture of elbow NOS

Inclusion Terms

Fracture of capitellum of humerus

Inclusion Terms

Trochlea fracture of humerus

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes in subcategory S42.48

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code S42.4 (Fracture of lower end of humerus)

ICD-10-CM code S42.4 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 S42.4 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S42.4 - Fracture of lower end of humerus. 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 lower end of humerus.