ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S52.0
Fracture of upper end of ulna
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S52.0
- fracture of elbow NOS (S42.40-)
- fractures of shaft of ulna (S52.2-)
Fracture of proximal end of ulna
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes in subcategory S52.01
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S52.0 (Fracture of upper end of ulna)
ICD-10-CM code S52.0 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 S52.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S52.0 - Fracture of upper end of ulna. 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 upper end of ulna.