ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S53.3
Traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S53.3
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
sprain of ulnar collateral ligament (S53.44-)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S53.3 (Traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament)
ICD-10-CM code S53.3 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 S53.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S53.3 - Traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament. 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 Traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament.