S32 ICD-10-CM Code: Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
S32Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where S32 sits
- 1
Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- 2
Section
Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals (S30-S39)
- 3
Category S32
Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis
- 4
Code S32
Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis
More specific choices
Codes under S32
S32 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for S32.
Code first
- any associated spinal cord and spinal nerve injury (S34.-)
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for S32.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- transection of abdomen (S38.3)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- fracture of hip NOS (S72.0-)
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.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code S32 mean?
S32 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis.”
Is S32 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. S32 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 S32 located in ICD-10-CM?
S32 is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals (S30-S39) (S30–S39), under category S32, Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis.
What coding notes are listed for S32?
No inclusion terms are listed for S32 in this reference record. Code-first instructions: any associated spinal cord and spinal nerve injury (S34.-). Excludes1 notes: transection of abdomen (S38.3). Excludes2 notes: fracture of hip NOS (S72.0-).
Ready to transform your clinical documentation?
Join Vero and see how effortless documentation can be.
No credit card required
Cancel anytime