ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S82.8
Other fractures of lower leg
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S82.8
Fracture of ankle NOS
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes in subcategory S82.81
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes in subcategory S82.82
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S82.8 (Other fractures of lower leg)
ICD-10-CM code S82.8 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 S82.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S82.8 - Other fractures of lower leg. 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 Other fractures of lower leg.