Rib Injury ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Rib Injury?

Rib Injuries encompass various types of injuries affecting the ribs, such as fractures or dislocations. Accurate ICD-10-CM codes are crucial for medical billing and documentation. Below are the commonly used Rib Injury ICD Codes:

S22.0 - Fracture of rib(s), sternum, and thoracic spine: This code is used for rib, sternum, and thoracic spine fractures.

S22.1 - Fracture of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine, except clavicle: This code excludes clavicle fractures.

S22.2 - Multiple fractures of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine: This code is used when there are multiple fractures in the ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine.

S22.3 - Flail chest: This code is used when a rib cage segment is detached from the chest wall due to multiple rib fractures.

S22.4 - Fracture of rib(s), sternum, and thoracic spine with hemorrhage closed: This code indicates closed fractures with associated hemorrhage.

S22.5 - Fracture of rib(s), sternum, and thoracic spine with hemorrhage, open: This code indicates open fractures with associated hemorrhage.

S22.8 - Other fractures of rib(s), sternum, and thoracic spine: This code is used for other specified rib, sternum, and thoracic spine fractures.

S22.9 - Fracture of rib(s), sternum, and thoracic spine, part unspecified: This code is used when the specific part of the ribs, sternum, or thoracic spine affected is not specified.

Which Rib Injury ICD codes are Billable?

The following ICD-10-CM codes for Rib Injury are billable:

S22.0 - Yes, billable: Reimbursement is available for rib fractures, sternum fractures, and thoracic spine fractures when accurately coded.

S22.1 - Yes, billable: Rib, sternum, and thoracic spine fractures (except clavicle) are eligible for reimbursement.

S22.2 - Yes, billable: Cases of multiple fractures involving ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine can be billed when documented accurately.

S22.3 - Yes, billable: Flail chest, characterized by a detached segment of the rib cage, is eligible for reimbursement.

S22.4 - Yes, billable: Closed fractures of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine with associated hemorrhage can be billed using this code.

S22.5 - Yes, billable: Open fractures of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine with associated hemorrhage are eligible for reimbursement.

S22.8 - Yes, billable: Other specified fractures of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine can be billed when accurately coded.

S22.9 - Yes, billable: Cases of ribs, sternum, and thoracic spine fractures with unspecified parts can be reimbursed when accurately coded.

Clinical Information

• Rib injuries can result from trauma, such as falls, accidents, or sports injuries.
• Common rib injuries include rib fractures and bruised ribs (costochondral injuries).
• Symptoms typically include localized pain, tenderness, and difficulty breathing or moving.
• Diagnosis involves physical examination, imaging like X-rays or CT scans, and sometimes clinical assessment.
• Treatment is usually conservative, including pain management, rest, and avoiding activities that exacerbate pain.
• Severe cases or multiple fractures might require medical intervention, such as stabilizing the ribs or addressing lung complications.
• Healing time varies but generally takes several weeks to a few months.
• Monitoring for complications, such as lung issues or infection, is essential during recovery.
• Proper pain management, breathing exercises, and gradually returning to normal activities can aid recovery.
• Seek medical attention for severe pain, difficulty breathing, or persistent symptoms after a rib injury.

Synonyms Include

• Rib Fracture
• Broken Rib
• Rib Dislocation
• Flail Chest