S34.101A
BillableUnspecified injury to L1 level of lumbar spinal cord, initial encounter
S34.101A is the ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury to L1 level of lumbar spinal cord, initial encounter. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHYour spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that runs down the middle of your back. It carries signals back and forth between your body and your brain. A spinal cord injury disrupts the signals. Spinal cord injuries usually begin with a blow that fractures (breaks) or dislocates your vertebrae, the bone disks that make up your spine. Most injuries don't cut through your spinal cord. Instead, they cause damage when pieces…
Read more about Spinal Cord Injuries at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S34.101A?
- S34.101A is the ICD-10-CM code for "Unspecified injury to L1 level of lumbar spinal cord, initial encounter". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S34.101A a billable code?
- Yes — S34.101A is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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