S53.026S ICD-10-CM Code: Posterior dislocation of unspecified radial head, sequela
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
S53.026SPosterior dislocation of unspecified radial head, sequela
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where S53.026S 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 elbow and forearm (S50-S59)
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Category S53
Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of elbow
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Subcategory S53.026
Posterior dislocation of unspecified radial head
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Code S53.026S
Posterior dislocation of unspecified radial head, sequela
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for S53.026S.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for S53.026S.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for S53.026S.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for S53.026S.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for S53.026S.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code S53.026S mean?
S53.026S is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Posterior dislocation of unspecified radial head, sequela.”
Is S53.026S a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, S53.026S 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 S53.026S located in ICD-10-CM?
S53.026S is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Injuries to the elbow and forearm (S50-S59) (S50–S59), under category S53, Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of elbow and subcategory S53.026, Posterior dislocation of unspecified radial head.
What coding notes are listed for S53.026S?
No inclusion terms are listed for S53.026S in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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