Unsp nondisp fx of 2nd cervcal vert, 7thG

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

📋Clinical Description

This code describes a fracture of the second cervical vertebra (C2) that is not displaced and for which the specific type of fracture is not documented. The "G" seventh character indicates that the patient is receiving active treatment for delayed healing of this fracture.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code when a patient presents for follow-up care of a C2 fracture that was initially treated, but healing is progressing slower than expected. Documentation should clearly state "delayed healing" and specify the second cervical vertebra as the fracture site, without further detail on the fracture type or displacement.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation explicitly states "delayed healing" for the seventh character "G."
Do not use this code for initial treatment or routine follow-up without delayed healing.
Confirm the fracture is of the second cervical vertebra (C2); other cervical vertebrae have different codes.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S12.101Unspecified nondisp fx of second cervical vertebra

S12.101G(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