Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S53.01

Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head

ICD-10-CM Code:
S53.01
ICD-10 Code for:
Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Injuries to the elbow and forearm
      (S50-S59)
      • Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of elbow
        (S53)

S53.01 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head. 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.

Specific Coding Applicable to Anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head

Non-specific codes like S53.01 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 anterior subluxation and dislocation of radial head:

  • S53.011 for Anterior subluxation of right radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.011A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.011D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.011S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S53.012 for Anterior subluxation of left radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.012A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.012D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.012S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S53.013 for Anterior subluxation of unspecified radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.013A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.013D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.013S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S53.014 for Anterior dislocation of right radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.014A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.014D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.014S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S53.015 for Anterior dislocation of left radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.015A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.015D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.015S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S53.016 for Anterior dislocation of unspecified radial head - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.016A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.016D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S53.016S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of elbow (S53). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Anteriomedial subluxation and dislocation of radial head

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).

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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Elbow Injuries and Disorders

Your elbow joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments and fluid. Muscles and tendons help the elbow joint move. When any of these structures is hurt or diseased, you have elbow problems.

Many things can make your elbow hurt. A common cause is tendinitis, an inflammation or injury to the tendons that attach muscle to bone. Tendinitis of the elbow is a sports injury, often from playing tennis or golf. You may also get tendinitis from overuse of the elbow.

Other causes of elbow pain include sprains and strains, fractures (broken bones), dislocations, bursitis, and arthritis. Treatment depends on the cause.


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.