S13.101S — Dislocation of unspecified cervical vertebrae, sequela
Is S13.101S billable?
Yes, but S13.101S is an unspecified code. S13.101S is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, S13.101S is an unspecified or catch-all code. Payers apply additional scrutiny to unspecified codes and many deny them when the medical record supports a more specific option, so check the documentation before selecting S13.101S — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
More specific alternatives
- S13.110SSubluxation of C0/C1 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.120SSubluxation of C1/C2 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.130SSubluxation of C2/C3 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.140SSubluxation of C3/C4 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.150SSubluxation of C4/C5 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.160SSubluxation of C5/C6 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.170SSubluxation of C6/C7 cervical vertebrae, sequela
- S13.180SSubluxation of C7/T1 cervical vertebrae, sequela
S13.101S at a glance
| Code | S13.101S |
|---|---|
| Description | Dislocation of unspecified cervical vertebrae, sequela |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "S" | sequela |
What does the 7th character "S" mean in S13.101S?
In S13.101S, the 7th character S means sequela. The 7th character is required for S13.101S to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
Which MS-DRGs does S13.101S group to?
S13.101S sits in MDC 08 and helps define the logic of 2 MS-DRGs (version 44, FY2027). Which one a stay actually groups to also depends on procedures and secondary diagnoses.
- 562Fracture, Sprain, Strain and Dislocation Except Femur, Hip, Pelvis and Thigh with MCCmedical
- 563Fracture, Sprain, Strain and Dislocation Except Femur, Hip, Pelvis and Thigh without MCCmedical
How is S13.101S listed in the Alphabetic Index?
The Alphabetic Index lists these routes under S13.101, the nearest indexed parent of S13.101S. Use them to find the family, then select the specific code.
- Dislocation › vertebra › cervical (articular)
Use additional code — inherited from Chapter 19
Report an additional code alongside S13.101S to fully describe the condition. S13.101S is sequenced first.
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from Chapter 19
The conditions below are not part of S13.101S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S13.101S and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S10-S19
The conditions below are not part of S13.101S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S13.101S and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S13
The conditions below are not part of S13.101S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S13.101S and the excluded code may both be reported.
- strain of muscle or tendon at neck level (S16.1)
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S13.1
The conditions below are not part of S13.101S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S13.101S and the excluded code may both be reported.
- fracture of cervical vertebrae (S12.0-S12.3-)
Code also — inherited from S13
Two codes may be needed to describe the condition fully. Whether S13.101S is sequenced first depends on the reason for the encounter.
- any associated open wound
Code also — inherited from S13.1
Two codes may be needed to describe the condition fully. Whether S13.101S is sequenced first depends on the reason for the encounter.
How long has S13.101S existed?
S13.101S has been in ICD-10-CM since at least FY2016, the earliest fiscal year on record here.
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.