ICD-10-CM S53.4: Sprain of elbow

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S53.4

Sprain of elbow

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S53.4

Excludes2: Not Included Here
  • traumatic rupture of radial collateral ligament (S53.2-)
  • traumatic rupture of ulnar collateral ligament (S53.3-)
Inclusion Terms

Sprain of elbow NOS

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code S53.4 (Sprain of elbow)

ICD-10-CM code S53.4 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 S53.4 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S53.4 - Sprain of elbow. 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 Sprain of elbow.