S32.002G — Unstable burst fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
Is S32.002G billable?
Yes, but S32.002G is an unspecified code. S32.002G is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, S32.002G 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 S32.002G — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
More specific alternatives
- S32.010GWedge compression fracture of first lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S32.020GWedge compression fracture of second lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S32.030GWedge compression fracture of third lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S32.040GWedge compression fracture of fourth lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S32.050GWedge compression fracture of fifth lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
S32.002G at a glance
| Code | S32.002G |
|---|---|
| Description | Unstable burst fracture of unspecified lumbar vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "G" | subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing |
What does the 7th character "G" mean in S32.002G?
In S32.002G, the 7th character G means subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing. The 7th character is required for S32.002G to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
Which MS-DRGs does S32.002G group to?
S32.002G sits in MDC 08 and helps define the logic of 3 MS-DRGs (version 44, FY2027). Which one a stay actually groups to also depends on procedures and secondary diagnoses.
- 559Aftercare, Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with MCCmedical
- 560Aftercare, Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue with CCmedical
- 561Aftercare, Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue without CC/MCCmedical
How is S32.002G listed in the Alphabetic Index?
The Alphabetic Index lists these routes under S32.002, the nearest indexed parent of S32.002G. Use them to find the family, then select the specific code.
- Fracture, traumatic › vertebra, vertebral › lumbar › burst › unstable (abduction) (adduction) (separation)
Excludes1 — never code together — inherited from S32
The conditions below can never be reported together with S32.002G on the same claim. An Excludes1 note means the two conditions cannot occur in the same patient, so reporting both is a coding error.
- transection of abdomen (S38.3)
Code first — inherited from S32
The underlying condition below must be sequenced before S32.002G. S32.002G describes a manifestation and cannot be the principal or first-listed diagnosis.
- any associated spinal cord and spinal nerve injury (S34.-)
Use additional code — inherited from Chapter 19
Report an additional code alongside S32.002G to fully describe the condition. S32.002G 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 S32.002G, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S32.002G and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S30-S39
The conditions below are not part of S32.002G, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S32.002G and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S32
The conditions below are not part of S32.002G, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S32.002G and the excluded code may both be reported.
- fracture of hip NOS (S72.0-)
How long has S32.002G existed?
S32.002G 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.