Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S33.101

Dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra

ICD-10-CM Code:: S33.101
ICD-10 Code for:: Dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra
Is Billable?: Not Valid for Submission
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Code Information
Specific Coding
Approximate Synonyms
Coding Guidelines
Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries
Index to Diseases and Injuries References
Patient Education
Other Codes Used Similar Conditions
Code History

Code Classification

Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
(S00–T88)
- Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
  (S30-S39)
  - Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of lumbar spine and pelvis
    (S33)

S33.101 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Unspecified diagnosis codes like S33.101 are acceptable when clinical information is unknown or not available about a particular condition. Although a more specific code is preferable, unspecified codes should be used when such codes most accurately reflect what is known about a patient's condition. Specific diagnosis codes should not be used if not supported by the patient's medical record.

Specific Coding Applicable to Dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra

Non-specific codes like S33.101 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra:

Use S33.101A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S33.101D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S33.101S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

Arthropathy of lumbar facet joint
Central cord syndrome of lumbar spinal cord
Central cord syndrome of lumbar spinal cord
Closed dislocation lumbar spine
Closed dislocation of thoracic and lumbar spine
Closed spinal dislocation with anterior lumbar cord lesion
Closed spinal dislocation with cauda equina lesion
Closed spinal dislocation with central lumbar cord lesion
Closed spinal dislocation with complete lumbar cord lesion
Closed spinal dislocation with posterior lumbar cord lesion
Closed traumatic dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Closed traumatic dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Closed traumatic dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Closed traumatic dislocation of lumbosacral joint
Closed traumatic dislocation of pelvis
Closed traumatic dislocation of thoracic vertebra
Dislocation of lumbar facet joint
Fracture dislocation of lumbar spine
Fracture dislocation of lumbosacral junction
Fracture dislocation of spine
Fracture dislocation of spine
Open dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Open dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Open dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Open dislocation of lumbar vertebra
Open dislocation of lumbosacral joint
Open spinal dislocation with anterior lumbar cord lesion
Open spinal dislocation with cauda equina lesion
Open spinal dislocation with central lumbar cord lesion
Open spinal dislocation with complete lumbar cord lesion
Open spinal dislocation with posterior lumbar cord lesion
Posterior cord syndrome of lumbar spinal cord
Spinal dislocation with lumbar cord lesion
Traumatic dislocation of joint of lumbar vertebra
Traumatic dislocation of lumbosacral joint
Traumatic dislocation of lumbosacral joint

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of lumbar spine and pelvis (S33). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

A - initial encounter
D - subsequent encounter
S - sequela

Index to Diseases and Injuries References

The following annotation back-references for this diagnosis code are found in the injuries and diseases index. The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10-CM code(s).

- Dislocation (articular)
- - vertebra (articular process) (body) (traumatic)
  - - lumbar - S33.101

Patient Education

Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints. Dislocated joints often are swollen, very painful and visibly out of place. You may not be able to move it.

A dislocated joint is an emergency. If you have one, seek medical attention. Treatment depends on which joint you dislocate and the severity of the injury. It might include manipulations to reposition your bones, medicine, a splint or sling, and rehabilitation. When properly repositioned, a joint will usually function and move normally again in a few weeks. Once you dislocate a shoulder or kneecap, you are more likely to dislocate it again. Wearing protective gear during sports may help prevent dislocations.

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Spine Injuries and Disorders

Your backbone, or spine, is made up of 26 bone discs called vertebrae. The vertebrae protect your spinal cord and allow you to stand and bend. A number of problems can change the structure of the spine or damage the vertebrae and surrounding tissue. They include:

Infections
Injuries
Tumors
Conditions, such as ankylosing spondylitis and scoliosis
Bone changes that come with age, such as spinal stenosis and herniated disks

Spinal diseases often cause pain when bone changes put pressure on the spinal cord or nerves. They can also limit movement. Treatments differ by disease, but sometimes they include back braces and surgery.