ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S52.31
Greenstick fracture of shaft of radius
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S52.31
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes in subcategory S52.31
- A: initial encounter for closed fracture
- D: subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- G: subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- K: subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- P: subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion
- S: sequela
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S52.31 (Greenstick fracture of shaft of radius)
ICD-10-CM code S52.31 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 S52.31 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S52.31 - Greenstick fracture of shaft of radius. 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 Greenstick fracture of shaft of radius.