S22 ICD-10-CM Code: Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
S22Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where S22 sits
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Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
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Section
Injuries to the thorax (S20-S29)
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Category S22
Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine
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Code S22
Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine
Codes under S22
S22 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for S22.
Code first
- , if applicable, spinal cord injury (S24.0-, S24.1-)
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for S22.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- transection of thorax (S28.1)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- fracture of clavicle (S42.0-)
- fracture of scapula (S42.1-)
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code S22 mean?
S22 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine.”
Is S22 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. S22 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is S22 located in ICD-10-CM?
S22 is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Injuries to the thorax (S20-S29) (S20–S29), under category S22, Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine.
What coding notes are listed for S22?
No inclusion terms are listed for S22 in this reference record. Code-first instructions: , if applicable, spinal cord injury (S24.0-, S24.1-). Excludes1 notes: transection of thorax (S28.1). Excludes2 notes: fracture of clavicle (S42.0-); fracture of scapula (S42.1-).