Unsp nondisp fx of sixth cervcal vert, 7thG

Unspecified nondisplaced fracture of sixth cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a fracture of the sixth cervical vertebra that is not displaced and whose specific type is unknown. The patient is in a subsequent phase of care, and the fracture is experiencing delayed healing.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed, unspecified, nondisplaced C6 fracture is being treated for delayed union. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" or "delayed union" and confirm the C6 level and nondisplaced nature, even if the specific fracture type isn't documented.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "delayed healing" or "delayed union" for the G seventh character.
Verify the cervical level (C6) and nondisplaced status.
Do not use for initial treatment or routine follow-up without delayed healing.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S12.501Unspecified nondisplaced fracture of sixth cervical vertebra

S12.501G(current)

Crosswalks

V54.17ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S12Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck S12.0Fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.00Unspecified fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.000Unspecified displaced fracture of first cervical vertebra S12.000A