ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S53.449
Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of unspecified elbow
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S53.449 (Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of unspecified elbow)
ICD-10-CM code S53.449 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 S53.449 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S53.449 - Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of unspecified 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 Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of unspecified elbow.