S22.5XXK ICD-10-CM Code: Flail chest, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
S22.5XXKFlail chest, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where S22.5XXK sits
- 1
Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- 2
Section
Injuries to the thorax (S20-S29)
- 3
Category S22
Fracture of rib(s), sternum and thoracic spine
- 4
Subcategory S22.5
Flail chest
- 5
Code S22.5XXK
Flail chest, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for S22.5XXK.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for S22.5XXK.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for S22.5XXK.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for S22.5XXK.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for S22.5XXK.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code S22.5XXK mean?
S22.5XXK is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Flail chest, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion.”
Is S22.5XXK a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, S22.5XXK has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is S22.5XXK located in ICD-10-CM?
S22.5XXK 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 and subcategory S22.5, Flail chest.
What coding notes are listed for S22.5XXK?
No inclusion terms are listed for S22.5XXK in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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